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KP55 GYJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,493 mi
Last recorded68,493 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2010
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 GYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2010 68,493 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 68,493 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

osf nsr osr tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 14 Nov 2009 61,294 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 48,232 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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KP55 GYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 KP55 GYJ, 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 KP55 GYJ registered?

KP55 GYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is KP55 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 GYJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP55 GYJ have outstanding finance?

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