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KA05 YJB

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,948 mi
Last recorded13,948 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA05 YJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 13,948 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 13,669 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 12,679 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 12,676 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres perishing

deep splits to o/s/r tyre

Pass 14 Aug 2015 12,576 miles

tyres are starting to crack and split a little

Pass 29 Jul 2014 12,496 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small cuts to side wall tyre n/s/front

Pass 23 Jul 2013 12,254 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,978 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 11,435 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 10,951 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 10,487 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 9,122 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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KA05 YJB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KA05 YJB, 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 KA05 YJB registered?

KA05 YJB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is KA05 YJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA05 YJB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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