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KP05 YMW

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,982 mi
Last recorded62,982 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 YMW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 62,982 miles

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 Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

engine light on

Pass 29 Mar 2017 54,110 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 54,110 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 51,410 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Mar 2016 51,410 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

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

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

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2015 49,158 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 45,399 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 43,085 miles

front pads low

wall cracking o/s/f tyre and worn on inner edge

wall damaged n/s/r tyre no cords showing

Fail 17 May 2013 43,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front pads low

wall cracking o/s/f tyre and worn on inner edge

wall damaged n/s/r tyre no cords showing

Pass 8 Jun 2012 34,306 miles

rear brake pads low

both rear tyres worn down to wear bands

Pass 1 Jun 2011 26,452 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 24,761 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,594 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 19,098 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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KP05 YMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 KP05 YMW, 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 KP05 YMW registered?

KP05 YMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is KP05 YMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 YMW 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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