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GL05 RFY

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,442 mi
Last recorded121,442 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 RFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 121,442 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 118,215 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 118,215 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2017 114,982 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 114,982 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 107,561 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 100,710 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 86,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 71,519 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 55,738 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 38,949 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 22,298 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 22,298 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 16,633 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 16,532 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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GL05 RFY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 GL05 RFY, 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 GL05 RFY registered?

GL05 RFY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is GL05 RFY safe to buy?

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