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SS55 ALG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

73,786 mi
Last recorded73,786 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSS55 ALG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 73,786 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 72,444 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 70,287 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 68,484 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 66,613 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 62,462 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 58,376 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 57,043 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 57,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 53,076 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 49,056 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 44,711 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 40,420 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 36,459 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 31,654 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 31,360 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 30,684 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 29,715 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 25,419 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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SS55 ALG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 56,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SS55 ALG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SS55 ALG?

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What year was SS55 ALG registered?

SS55 ALG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is SS55 ALG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SS55 ALG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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