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KR05 OBL

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

106,817 mi
Last recorded106,817 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 OBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 106,817 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 104,957 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 103,204 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 100,177 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 96,821 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 94,742 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 91,722 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 87,619 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 82,340 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 73,677 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Oct 2014 61,122 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 61,122 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 47,690 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 44,227 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 36,259 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 34,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 31,788 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 28,637 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,041 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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KR05 OBL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc 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 KR05 OBL, 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 KR05 OBL registered?

KR05 OBL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is KR05 OBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 OBL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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