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LB55 MYJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,736 mi
Last recorded71,736 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 MYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 71,736 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 66,881 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 63,801 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 60,226 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 56,537 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 54,592 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 54,592 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 47,676 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 40,251 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 40,251 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 31,577 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 31,558 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,798 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 20,595 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 16,168 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 15,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyrs wearing close on inner edge

nsf tyre has cut in sidewall but no cords exposed

Pass 12 Dec 2011 14,317 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

slight cut to near side front tyre

Pass 9 Dec 2010 13,393 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 12,223 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 8 Dec 2008 11,000 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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LB55 MYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LB55 MYJ, 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 LB55 MYJ registered?

LB55 MYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is LB55 MYJ safe to buy?

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