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LN05 OVU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

95,786 mi
Last recorded95,786 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 OVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 95,786 miles

play in o/s/f lower suspension balljoints and steering joints

Fail 1 Feb 2022 95,786 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

play in o/s/f lower suspension balljoints and steering joints

Pass 7 Oct 2020 90,960 miles

osr lamp damaged, light output not affected

Pass 14 Mar 2019 85,761 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 82,951 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 80,261 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 80,261 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 78,251 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 75,360 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 75,360 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 66,550 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 61,414 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 52,207 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 45,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 39,150 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 34,062 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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LN05 OVU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LN05 OVU, 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 LN05 OVU registered?

LN05 OVU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is LN05 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN05 OVU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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