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DC05 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,224 mi
Last recorded84,224 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC05 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2012 84,224 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 78,277 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 69,730 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 54,356 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 40,456 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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DC05 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 DC05 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 DC05 SLK registered?

DC05 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is DC05 SLK safe to buy?

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