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LM05 GZP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,029 mi
Last recorded74,029 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 GZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 74,029 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 67,894 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 61,225 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 54,483 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 46,806 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 43,264 miles

cut in sidewall of the n/s/f tyre

cuts in scrub band of the o/s/r and the n/s/r tyres

Fail 15 Oct 2013 43,263 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

corrosion on rear exhaust section support brackets

cross bracket across rear silencers corroded and adrift

cut in scrub band of the n/s/r and the o/s/r tyres

cut in sidewall of the n/s/f tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2013 40,115 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 35,279 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 32,276 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 27,871 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 23,588 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 19,602 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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LM05 GZP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc 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 LM05 GZP, 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 LM05 GZP registered?

LM05 GZP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is LM05 GZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 GZP 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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