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GK05 BDX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,881 mi
Last recorded19,881 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2008
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 BDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2008 19,881 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil level on minimum

Pass 8 Sep 2008 19,881 miles

oil level on minimum

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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GK05 BDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GK05 BDX, 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

How do I check the history of GK05 BDX?

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What year was GK05 BDX registered?

GK05 BDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is GK05 BDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 BDX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK05 BDX have outstanding finance?

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