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FY55 FWU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,678 mi
Last recorded73,678 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 FWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 73,678 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 72,137 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 70,741 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 69,116 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 66,787 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 66,787 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 63,518 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 59,580 miles

Front brake discs worn

Near side front brake pads getting low

Pass 6 Aug 2015 53,973 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 51,170 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 47,116 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 46,821 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 43,451 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 39,883 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 34,159 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 34,159 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 30,068 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 23,069 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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FY55 FWU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY55 FWU, 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 FY55 FWU registered?

FY55 FWU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is FY55 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 FWU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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