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KP55 KNU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

84,363 mi
Last recorded84,363 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 KNU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 84,363 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2026 29,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2255016 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2255016 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2025 75,172 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Wipers slightly smearing screen

Fail 13 May 2025 76,162 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Wipers slightly smearing screen

Fail 12 May 2025 75,145 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 66,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 59,093 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2022 53,637 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 53,475 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 53,472 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 53,305 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive looks like its coming from sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 52,749 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 51,663 miles

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

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

front wiper slight smear windscreen

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2016 51,319 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 50,183 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 50,183 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 48,598 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 47,549 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 45,642 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 38,746 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 33,585 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 23,912 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 KNU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KNU, 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 KP55 KNU registered?

KP55 KNU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is KP55 KNU safe to buy?

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