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GY05 MXS

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,879 mi
Last recorded93,879 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 MXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2023 93,879 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 93,879 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 88,370 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 83,184 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 81,037 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 76,495 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 71,049 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 65,901 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 60,689 miles

over sills and under tray fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2015 55,117 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 28,741 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 46,437 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 41,255 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 41,254 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 36,267 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 32,083 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 27,511 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 20,075 miles

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

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

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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GY05 MXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GY05 MXS, 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 GY05 MXS registered?

GY05 MXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is GY05 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 MXS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY05 MXS have outstanding finance?

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