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DK53 KAZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

90,891 mi
Last recorded90,891 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 KAZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 90,891 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 90,891 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2023 84,712 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 79,710 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S AND O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 76,533 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jan 2021 76,516 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 73,095 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 66,853 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 62,155 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 53,991 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 46,409 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 39,507 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 31,756 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 31,756 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 23,160 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 23,160 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2012 19,366 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 17,642 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 15,912 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 12,313 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 9,026 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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DK53 KAZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DK53 KAZ, 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 DK53 KAZ registered?

DK53 KAZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DK53 KAZ safe to buy?

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