2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 3.5L Petrol · EF05 HTE
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (3.5L, petrol). First registered 09 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 74,512 miles. MOT expired on 15 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,512 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
EF05 HTE Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2024
- 74,512 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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EF05 HTE Mileage History
- 21/07/202264,590 mi
- 25/07/202370,533 mi+5,943 mi
- 17/06/202474,512 mi+3,979 mi
Average of roughly 5,198 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
EF05 HTE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Slk (EF05 HTE) between July 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
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