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X11 EVL

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

38,274 mi
Last recorded38,274 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX11 EVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 38,274 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 38,274 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 37,956 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perished and cracked ,replace asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 37,399 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 36,588 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 35,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 35,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 35,320 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 34,501 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 34,501 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 33,683 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 32,672 miles

limited inspection due to underbody cover

Pass 2 Nov 2016 31,567 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 30,332 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 22 Oct 2014 28,805 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 27,426 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2013 27,426 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 7 Nov 2012 26,196 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres perished

front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 7 Nov 2012 26,196 miles

front tyres perished

front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 8 Nov 2011 24,682 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 23,100 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 19,859 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,157 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 36,334 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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X11 EVL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 X11 EVL, 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 X11 EVL?

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What year was X11 EVL registered?

X11 EVL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is X11 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X11 EVL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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