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KP55 YMW

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,363 mi
Last recorded71,363 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 YMW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 71,363 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 69,704 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 68,462 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 67,319 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 66,255 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 64,854 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 63,842 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 62,103 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 60,399 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 57,444 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 45,635 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 46,864 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 35,195 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 38,606 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 38,606 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 32,807 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 29,976 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 24,775 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 16,915 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 YMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KP55 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.

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What year was KP55 YMW registered?

KP55 YMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is KP55 YMW safe to buy?

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