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FG54 LHJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,726 mi
Last recorded24,726 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG54 LHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 24,726 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 22,764 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 22,121 miles

O/S/F wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 22 Jan 2019 21,719 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 21,282 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 20,778 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 20,400 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jan 2015 17,492 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 15,827 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 14,368 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 13,257 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 11,463 miles

metallic object in nearside rear tyre tread

Pass 19 Jan 2010 10,132 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 9,384 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 9,384 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 7,959 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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FG54 LHJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FG54 LHJ, 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 FG54 LHJ registered?

FG54 LHJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is FG54 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG54 LHJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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