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KX55 YHM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

84,282 mi
Last recorded84,282 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX55 YHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 84,282 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 84,280 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 82,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 82,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 79,694 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 79,694 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 77,599 miles

full under covers fitted obscuring some components

unable to fully inspect offside /nearside sills due to covers

Fail 15 Oct 2019 77,531 miles

Brake performance not tested Subframe condition (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Inner Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened suspension arm mounting pionts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened suspension arm mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Centre stop lamp inoperative unable too prove if wired

Full inspection of rear subframe condition not possible during MOT

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 74,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 74,643 miles

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

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 72,197 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 69,329 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 66,840 miles

nearside front tyre low inner edge

Pass 22 Oct 2014 64,413 miles

front tyres worn on edges

rear tyres worn close to limit

Pass 18 Oct 2013 63,966 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 61,144 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 54,544 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 20 Oct 2010 46,437 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 34,254 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 33,161 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 33,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 25,944 miles

Front wipers.

N/s/f wheel rim damaged and dented.

N/s/r wheel buckled.

O/s/f tyre cut in outer wall.

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

Fail 15 Sep 2008 25,944 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front wipers.

N/s/f wheel rim damaged and dented.

N/s/r wheel buckled.

O/s/f tyre cut in outer wall.

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

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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KX55 YHM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 KX55 YHM, 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 KX55 YHM registered?

KX55 YHM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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