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DX05 YTC

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,254 mi
Last recorded53,254 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 YTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 53,254 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 50,986 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 46,191 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 39,014 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 37,586 miles

Exhaust clamp deteriorated

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2013 29,799 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Oct 2013 29,798 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 28,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Pass 8 Nov 2011 27,369 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 26,401 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 25,269 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,052 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 20,906 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 20,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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DX05 YTC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DX05 YTC, 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 DX05 YTC registered?

DX05 YTC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is DX05 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 YTC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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