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KS54 PDU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,034 mi
Last recorded99,034 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 PDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 99,034 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 96,777 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 95,236 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 95,231 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 91,730 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 91,721 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt foreward (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 88,036 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 78,769 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 78,762 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 75,175 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 70,821 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2015 66,294 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2014 62,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2013 57,947 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 52,777 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 47,439 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 42,922 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 36,630 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 24,244 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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KS54 PDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KS54 PDU, 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 KS54 PDU registered?

KS54 PDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 February 2005.

Is KS54 PDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 PDU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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