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CX05 GDK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,997 mi
Last recorded141,997 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 GDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 141,997 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jan 2018 141,873 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 135,714 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 133,789 miles

engine covers and under tray fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2014 129,314 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 122,510 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 114,900 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 113,773 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 100,260 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Trims fitted under bonnet limiting inspection

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

Pass 15 Jul 2009 77,754 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 57,448 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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CX05 GDK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CX05 GDK, 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 CX05 GDK registered?

CX05 GDK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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