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55 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,292 mi
Last recorded5,292 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration55 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2016 5,292 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 4,820 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 4,818 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 4,562 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 4,556 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 4,549 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 4,541 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 4,534 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 4,507 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 56,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 55 SLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 55 SLK registered?

55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is 55 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 55 SLK shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 55 SLK have outstanding finance?

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