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FB05 KYP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,386 mi
Last recorded9,386 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 KYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 9,386 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 9,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 8,415 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 7,626 miles

Brake Pedal Spongy When Applied

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Condensation Inside Door Mirror Indicator (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Condensation Inside Door Mirror Indicator (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door Mirror Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Damage Less Than 40mm Outside Zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2019 7,625 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly Parking Brake Unable To Stay Applied (1.1.6 (a))

Brake Pedal Spongy When Applied

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Condensation Inside Door Mirror Indicator (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Condensation Inside Door Mirror Indicator (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door Mirror Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Damage Less Than 40mm Outside Zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 6,898 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 5,620 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 4,244 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 4,229 miles

front tyres have age cracking

Fail 6 Aug 2015 4,229 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front tyres have age cracking

Pass 4 Sep 2013 4,036 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 4,027 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 3,624 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 3,350 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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FB05 KYP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 FB05 KYP, 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 FB05 KYP registered?

FB05 KYP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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The MOT history for FB05 KYP 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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