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LD05 PWV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

66,693 mi
Last recorded66,693 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 PWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 66,693 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 65,887 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 63,649 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 63,649 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 63,619 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front previous body repair has dangerous sharp components

Offside Front previous body repair has dangerous sharp components

Pass 25 Jun 2020 61,253 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 59,779 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 56,806 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 51,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 45,446 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 36,109 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 36,107 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 27,484 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 27,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2012 20,400 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 May 2011 16,225 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 11,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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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LD05 PWV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LD05 PWV, 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 LD05 PWV registered?

LD05 PWV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is LD05 PWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD05 PWV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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