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YE05 MHM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,452 mi
Last recorded55,452 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE05 MHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 55,452 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 7 May 2025 46,914 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 42,130 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 38,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225 40 R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225 40 R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 38,411 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 38,184 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 36,739 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 19 Jun 2019 34,682 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 31,323 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 27,332 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 25,137 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 23,811 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 22,632 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 22,033 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 21,576 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 21,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 9,481 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 16,115 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 12,418 miles

nearside front tyre split on sidewall

Pass 22 Jul 2008 9,456 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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YE05 MHM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,798cc 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 YE05 MHM, 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.

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What year was YE05 MHM registered?

YE05 MHM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is YE05 MHM safe to buy?

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