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HV55 ODR

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,264 mi
Last recorded73,264 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 ODR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 73,264 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 73,264 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2018 68,191 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s/f lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 68,191 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s/r (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s/f lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 51,602 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

slight play both front wheel bearings

slight play both steering arms

Pass 6 Oct 2015 44,920 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 40,203 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Oct 2014 40,203 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 35,782 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,390 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 26,632 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 20,040 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s front tyre very low on inner edge.

o/s front tyre very low on inner edge.

undertray's fitted, not allowing a full inspection.

Pass 16 Sep 2009 14,169 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 11,483 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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HV55 ODR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HV55 ODR, 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 HV55 ODR registered?

HV55 ODR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is HV55 ODR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 ODR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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