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WR55 ODU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,650 mi
Last recorded69,650 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 ODU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 69,650 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 66,011 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front N/S/F thrust arm bush worn

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

Offside Front O/S/F thrust arm bush worn

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 66,011 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high Too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front N/S/F thrust arm bush worn

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high Too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front O/S/F thrust arm bush worn

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 64,971 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 64,067 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2022 64,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 63,314 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2021 63,250 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 62,555 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 60,818 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 57,388 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 54,502 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 52,171 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement cross strut (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement cross strut (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 48,864 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 45,723 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 41,984 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 38,218 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

advise slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 6 Sep 2011 34,535 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 30,292 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 25,974 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 20,525 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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WR55 ODU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WR55 ODU, 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 WR55 ODU registered?

WR55 ODU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is WR55 ODU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR55 ODU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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