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SW05 VHC

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

37,570 mi
Last recorded37,570 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 VHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 37,570 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 37,144 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 37,144 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 33,523 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 33,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 33,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 32,694 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 32,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 31,743 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 31,696 miles

Exhaust system insecure 2 rear mountings (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2019 31,202 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Unable to check all components due to engine cover & under trays being fitted.

Pass 10 Oct 2018 30,418 miles

Unable to check all components due to engine cover & under trays being fitted.

Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,401 miles

Unable to check all components due to engine cover & under trays being fitted.

Pass 14 Oct 2016 27,612 miles

Unable to check all components due to under trays being fitted.

Fail 11 Oct 2016 27,612 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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)

Unable to check all components due to under trays being fitted.

Pass 8 Oct 2015 23,493 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 18,277 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 14,759 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2012 10,347 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 7,632 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 6,753 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2009 5,707 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Apr 2008 4,637 miles

slight damage sidewall n/side rear tyre

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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SW05 VHC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SW05 VHC, 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 SW05 VHC?

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What year was SW05 VHC registered?

SW05 VHC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is SW05 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 VHC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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