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LG05 HAU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,651 mi
Last recorded43,651 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 HAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 43,651 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 43,643 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 43,361 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 42,272 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 41,919 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 39,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Apr 2018 39,125 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 38,920 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 36,948 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 36,489 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 36,483 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 36,483 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 36,394 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2012 36,394 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 35,567 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2011 35,567 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 33,626 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 29,296 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

slight movement nearside front hub area

Pass 14 Mar 2008 19,734 miles

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

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 HAU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LG05 HAU, 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

How do I check the history of LG05 HAU?

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What year was LG05 HAU registered?

LG05 HAU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is LG05 HAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 HAU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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