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KU05 TTF

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,925 mi
Last recorded90,925 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 TTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 90,925 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 88,537 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 85,249 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 83,556 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2014 76,827 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 76,827 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 71,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes starting to corrode

damage to windscreen

replace wiper blades

suspect rear brake pads wearing low?, not clearly visible

Fail 2 Oct 2012 71,129 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes starting to corrode

damage to windscreen

replace wiper blades

suspect rear brake pads wearing low?, not clearly visible

Fail 22 Nov 2011 67,031 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

NOTE plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

damage to windscreen

Pass 22 Nov 2011 67,031 miles

NOTE plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

damage to windscreen

Fail 19 Nov 2010 61,271 miles

NOTE plastic covers fitted preventing full inspection

NOTE roof and brake warnings on dashboard

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

check front brake pads, worn low

damage to windscreen

front tyres wearing on edges and starting to perish

slight wear on front brake discs

windscreen washers weak

Pass 19 Nov 2010 61,271 miles

NOTE plastic covers fitted preventing full inspection

NOTE roof and brake warnings on dashboard

check front brake pads, worn low

damage to windscreen

front tyres wearing on edges and starting to perish

slight wear on front brake discs

windscreen washers weak

Pass 15 Jun 2010 58,404 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 53,419 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 35,792 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 35,739 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KU05 TTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KU05 TTF, 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 KU05 TTF registered?

KU05 TTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is KU05 TTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 TTF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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