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LD55 MYM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

66,997 mi
Last recorded66,997 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 MYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 66,997 miles

front brake discs worn

rear sub-frame corroded

rocker cover leaking

slight movement in ns camber arm

stone chips in the windscreen

Pass 27 Jul 2022 65,326 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 65,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2021 58,157 miles

front brake discs are corroded

front brake pads are getting low

handbrake works but does not lock out

All four tyres are getting low on tread !

Pass 10 Jul 2019 53,872 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 51,801 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted at the time of test.

Pass 8 Jun 2017 46,887 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 37,096 miles

multi function switch is very loose but still works

nail in the osr tyre

osr flexi brake hose is not in its mounting

rear brake discs are getting thin

slight movement in the ns lower ball joint (tiger paw)

slight play in the nsf wheel bearing

Pass 27 May 2015 30,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2014 25,084 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 21,305 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 31 May 2012 19,262 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 17,380 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 14,966 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 1,085 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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LD55 MYM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LD55 MYM, 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 LD55 MYM registered?

LD55 MYM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is LD55 MYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD55 MYM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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