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DH54 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,980 mi
Last recorded89,980 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH54 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 89,980 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 85,851 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 85,851 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2016 75,042 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2016 75,042 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 70,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2014 67,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 67,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2012 61,700 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2011 55,014 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 48,807 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 48,804 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 41,912 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 32,940 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 24,597 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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DH54 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DH54 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DH54 SLK registered?

DH54 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is DH54 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH54 SLK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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