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LJ05 YMV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,597 mi
Last recorded53,597 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 YMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 53,597 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2019 53,597 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 51,057 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 48,543 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front low tread inside edge

Pass 6 Sep 2016 45,239 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 41,962 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 38,348 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 35,484 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 32,569 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 29,628 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 25,893 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 21,355 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 17,909 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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LJ05 YMV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ05 YMV, 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 LJ05 YMV registered?

LJ05 YMV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is LJ05 YMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 YMV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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