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KS05 YVP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

74,801 mi
Last recorded74,801 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 YVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 74,801 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 74,639 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 74,225 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 74,110 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 73,898 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 73,835 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 73,151 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 69,141 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 69,141 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 65,084 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 60,715 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 57,576 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 51,995 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2013 43,454 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 37,206 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 32,986 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 28,152 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 21,453 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 15,090 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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KS05 YVP 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 KS05 YVP, 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

How do I check the history of KS05 YVP?

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What year was KS05 YVP registered?

KS05 YVP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is KS05 YVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 YVP 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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