2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.0L Petrol · CJ05 SLK
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 66,386 miles. MOT valid until 02 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,386 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CJ05 SLK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2026
- 66,386 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CJ05 SLK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Slk (CJ05 SLK) between July 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
CJ05 SLK Mileage History
- 07/07/202351,955 mi
- 16/07/202455,920 mi+3,965 mi
- 04/09/202563,988 mi+8,068 mi
- 04/09/202563,988 mi
- 17/08/202666,386 mi+2,398 mi
Average of roughly 4,636 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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