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WM05 FPT

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

57,764 mi
Last recorded57,764 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 FPT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 57,764 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 56,590 miles

Nearside Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 55,888 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 54,864 miles

both rear tyres getting close to the wear markers

Pass 26 Jan 2022 53,648 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 52,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage (hole in side wall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 51,107 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 47,669 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 44,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner adge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front o/s/f steering arm inner fixing still has slight play in it

Pass 13 Mar 2017 42,005 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front Tyres have some inner edge wear

Pass 9 Mar 2016 36,322 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,512 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 28,779 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 28,684 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 26,291 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 23,031 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 21,975 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 18,823 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 14,146 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 9,743 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Mar 2008 8,030 miles

Nail in offside 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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WM05 FPT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 WM05 FPT, 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 WM05 FPT?

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What year was WM05 FPT registered?

WM05 FPT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is WM05 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 FPT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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