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LC55 FDJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,448 mi
Last recorded19,448 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 FDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 19,448 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 19,444 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 19,445 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Brackets Corroding (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 19,426 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 19,337 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 18,500 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 17,470 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 16,808 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 16,307 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 15,958 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 15,958 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2013 15,181 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 14,540 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 13,453 miles

Several small splits around inner wall of n/s/f tyre.

Pass 3 Nov 2010 12,598 miles

nearside front tyre inner side wall starting to crack

Pass 9 Nov 2009 10,110 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 7,857 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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LC55 FDJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LC55 FDJ, 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 LC55 FDJ registered?

LC55 FDJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is LC55 FDJ safe to buy?

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