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HF55 CUV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,198 mi
Last recorded50,198 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 CUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 50,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 48,807 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 47,559 miles

Central exhaust brackets and mounts missing exhaust secure

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 45,982 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 44,386 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 44,344 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 42,316 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 38,401 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 32,834 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,711 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 24,428 miles

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 24 Sep 2010 21,428 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 19,571 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 16,281 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 16,281 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 13,600 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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HF55 CUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HF55 CUV, 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 HF55 CUV registered?

HF55 CUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is HF55 CUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 CUV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF55 CUV have outstanding finance?

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