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LG05 FYK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

79,628 mi
Last recorded79,628 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 FYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 79,628 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 70,072 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 64,678 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 62,720 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 60,940 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 60,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 59,717 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 58,371 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 56,135 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 53,553 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre deteriorated

Pass 23 Mar 2013 49,896 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 46,687 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)

near side front tyre wall cracked

Pass 23 Mar 2011 40,654 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 34,958 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 28,798 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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LG05 FYK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 LG05 FYK, 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 LG05 FYK registered?

LG05 FYK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is LG05 FYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 FYK 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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