The road tax status for SH05 DSE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SH05 DSE?

The MOT for SH05 DSE is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of SH05 DSE?

The recorded mileage for SH05 DSE is 94,991 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SH05 DSE ULEZ compliant?

No, SH05 DSE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 3.5L Petrol · SH05 DSE

SH05 DSE

2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (3.5L, petrol). First registered 06/05/2005. Recorded mileage 94,991 miles. MOT valid until 22/01/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
Year / Origin: 2005 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 22/01/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 94,991 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 22/01/2027

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Mileage: 94,991 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 3498cc

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SH05 DSE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
94,991 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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SH05 DSE Mileage History

01/09/202382,068 mi
03/10/202488,681 mi+6,613 mi
21/10/202488,681 mi
29/10/202594,988 mi+6,307 mi
23/01/202694,991 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 5,396 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SH05 DSE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 16:56

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Slk (SH05 DSE) between September 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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