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WA05 VRF

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

15,667 mi
Last recorded15,667 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 VRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 15,667 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 14,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 11,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 11,827 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 11,770 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 11,699 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 11,651 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 11,587 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 11,484 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 11,452 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 11,391 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 11,188 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 11,017 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,815 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 10,587 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 10,384 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 10,172 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 8,902 miles

all tyres perrishing

Fail 3 Jul 2009 8,902 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

all tyres perrishing

Pass 28 Jun 2008 5,785 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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WA05 VRF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WA05 VRF, 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 WA05 VRF registered?

WA05 VRF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is WA05 VRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA05 VRF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA05 VRF have outstanding finance?

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