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KY05 HKV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,737 mi
Last recorded107,737 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY05 HKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 107,737 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 107,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2018 100,507 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 94,401 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 88,494 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 88,494 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 82,005 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 75,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 75,939 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 68,125 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 58,938 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 50,261 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 40,031 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 28,818 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 22,101 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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KY05 HKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KY05 HKV, 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 KY05 HKV registered?

KY05 HKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KY05 HKV safe to buy?

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