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LM05 GYH

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,530 mi
Last recorded95,530 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 GYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 95,530 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 95,530 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 88,719 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 88,240 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres worn down to legal limit

brake pad warning light on

o/s/f inner brake pad worn low

Pass 4 Nov 2014 85,835 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)

Fail 24 Oct 2014 85,835 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 77,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2012 70,729 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2011 62,888 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 56,399 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 50,452 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 42,835 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 42,835 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 41,625 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 41,620 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LM05 GYH 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 66.7%.

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 LM05 GYH, 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 LM05 GYH?

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What year was LM05 GYH registered?

LM05 GYH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is LM05 GYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 GYH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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