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LT55 WPX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

128,859 mi
Last recorded128,859 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 WPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 128,859 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 128,859 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 122,975 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 120,602 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 116,972 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 112,535 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 105,281 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 96,512 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 85,707 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 85,707 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 72,521 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 63,052 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 63,026 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 53,730 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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LT55 WPX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LT55 WPX, 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 LT55 WPX registered?

LT55 WPX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is LT55 WPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT55 WPX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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