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KN55 OUH

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,466 mi
Last recorded94,466 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 OUH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 94,466 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 94,466 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 87,959 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides and perish outer side wall (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 69,682 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 68,477 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 65,196 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Sep 2014 65,196 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 65,166 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 64,718 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 64,718 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 57,061 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 35,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 35,188 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 26,797 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 24,243 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 18,975 miles

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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KN55 OUH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KN55 OUH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN55 OUH registered?

KN55 OUH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is KN55 OUH safe to buy?

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