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LF55 FUB

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,111 mi
Last recorded89,111 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 FUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2025 89,111 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 85,935 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 81,393 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp misty (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp misty (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

advise alignment

Fail 25 Nov 2022 81,393 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken orange spot on spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp misty (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp misty (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

advise alignment

Pass 21 Dec 2021 77,308 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 74,318 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 73,987 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Lower side skirt bodywork damage

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

advise alignment

Fail 6 Oct 2020 73,987 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Lower side skirt bodywork damage

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

advise alignment

Pass 6 Jan 2020 70,093 miles

Front brakes squealing

Front wipers starting to smear

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over the axle rusting in places (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over the axle rusting in places (1.1.11 (c))

under covers fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2018 67,672 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 67,301 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 66,627 miles

o/s/handbrake lazy

Pass 6 Oct 2015 65,846 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 65,846 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 64,840 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2013 60,243 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 55,985 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

weld repair to nearside rear wheel

Pass 22 Sep 2012 55,985 miles

Oil leak

weld repair to nearside rear wheel

Fail 21 Sep 2011 52,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 52,494 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 49,066 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 34,755 miles

advise front and rear brake pads low

Pass 14 May 2009 23,773 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 13,387 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 13,102 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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LF55 FUB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 LF55 FUB, 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 LF55 FUB registered?

LF55 FUB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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