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FE05 VJV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,067 mi
Last recorded63,067 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 VJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 63,067 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 57,498 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 56,922 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 56,151 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 54,353 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 53,081 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 52,091 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 50,097 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 43,710 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 38,068 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2011 37,838 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 32,759 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 25,982 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 20,404 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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FE05 VJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FE05 VJV, 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 FE05 VJV registered?

FE05 VJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is FE05 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 VJV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE05 VJV have outstanding finance?

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