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V6 NBP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,663 mi
Last recorded76,663 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV6 NBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 76,663 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 74,567 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 72,163 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 69,884 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 68,440 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 68,440 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 67,510 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 67,107 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 66,057 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 64,552 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 62,269 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 62,269 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 58,504 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 58,503 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

coolant low

n/s hand brake lower then o/s

Pass 26 Nov 2014 55,673 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 55,156 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Dec 2013 55,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2012 54,140 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 51,234 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 46,362 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 40,225 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 26,195 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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V6 NBP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V6 NBP, 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

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What year was V6 NBP registered?

V6 NBP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is V6 NBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V6 NBP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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