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2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 5.4L Petrol · V5 GCC

V5 GCC

2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (5.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 67,564 miles. MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
Year / Origin
2006 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 18 Jun 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
67,564 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 5.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 18 Jun 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2006
Engine
5439cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing results. The most recent test conducted on 11 June 2025 at 67,564 miles resulted in no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and early 2023, suggesting the car has been maintained to a high mechanical standard. The single failure recorded in October 2023 at 64,436 miles appears to have been an isolated incident as the vehicle passed again just one week later. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a Mercedes-Benz vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 3,378 miles per annum. Between March 2023 and June 2025, the car covered 4,405 miles, which indicates infrequent use or long periods of stationary storage. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts and fluid breakdown. The recorded data shows a steady, slow accumulation of miles rather than any sudden bursts of heavy use or long-distance commuting. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to low-mileage neglect. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and the coil springs for signs of corrosion, as these often perish over time rather than through use. Given the vehicle's age, check the brake calipers for signs of seizing or binding caused by the car sitting for extended periods. Additionally, verify the structural integrity of the chassis and underbody for surface rust, ensuring that the low mileage has not masked underlying oxidation that remains undetected despite the recent MOT passes.
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V5 GCC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2025
  • 67,564 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

V5 GCC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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 2006 Mercedes-Benz Slk (V5 GCC) between March 2023 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 June 2025 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 (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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ADVISORY

V5 GCC Mileage History

  1. 07/03/202363,159 mi
  2. 31/10/202364,436 mi+1,277 mi
  3. 08/11/202364,439 mi+3 mi
  4. 20/06/202466,290 mi+1,851 mi
  5. 11/06/202567,564 mi+1,274 mi

Average of roughly 1,946 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
Older vehicle
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