MOT Status
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101,889 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
excessive surface corrosion under neath
front and rear brake pipes corroded
gearbox oil leak
headlights slightly deteriorated
rear sub frame corroded and been welded
screw in nearside rear tyre
nearside front brake binding slightly
front brake back plates corroded
front inner discs corroded
nearside front brake binding slightly
rear sub frame corroded and welded
Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
front brake back plates corroded
front inner discs corroded
nearside front brake binding slightly
rear sub frame corroded and welded
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn painted blue (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened painted blue x 2 places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
front tyres worn uneven and perished
headlights slightly deteriorated
Undertrays fitted mfront to back not allowing full inspection of some components.
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Undertrays fitted mfront to back not allowing full inspection of some components.
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misting (4.1.4 (b))
Under body protected by covers
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misting (4.1.4 (b))
Under body protected by covers
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)
Front Tyres wearing inner edges.
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
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FM05 GHX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FM05 GHX, 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 FM05 GHX registered?
FM05 GHX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 July 2005.
Is FM05 GHX safe to buy?
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