2005 Mercedes SLK 1.8L Petrol · DX55 HSC
2005 Mercedes SLK (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 77,358 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,358 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DX55 HSC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2026
- 77,358 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DX55 HSC 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 Slk (DX55 HSC) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 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: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
DX55 HSC Mileage History
- 22/08/202359,126 km
- 21/08/202466,962 km+7,836 km
- 15/08/202573,030 km+6,068 km
- 12/08/202677,358 mi
- 13/08/202677,358 mi
Average of roughly 6,126 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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