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LG55 LDC

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,566 mi
Last recorded127,566 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 LDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 127,566 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 116,362 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 116,351 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 112,552 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 106,448 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 99,711 miles

near side front fog light damaged

Fail 22 Dec 2012 99,705 miles

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

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

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

near side front fog light damaged

Pass 26 Nov 2011 81,360 miles

Nearside headlamp has a broken mounting but is still reasonably secure

Offside front tyre has cuts in outer sidewall but no cords exposed

Pass 25 Nov 2010 62,452 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 46,599 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 46,599 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 29,966 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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LG55 LDC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG55 LDC, 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 LG55 LDC registered?

LG55 LDC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is LG55 LDC safe to buy?

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