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LX05 OAA

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,131 mi
Last recorded84,131 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 OAA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 84,131 miles

front discs & pads worn

Fail 13 Jun 2017 84,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front discs & pads worn

Pass 6 Jun 2016 80,383 miles

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

front brake discs scored and corroded

front brake pads getting low

Pass 26 May 2015 77,416 miles

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

exhaust rear/middle support brackets corroded

Pass 29 May 2014 66,915 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 66,915 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 55,821 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 53,562 miles

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

O/S/R boot damaged

Pass 18 Feb 2011 47,171 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 42,423 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)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 35,284 miles

unable to inspect steering fully due to covers fitted

Fail 31 Jan 2009 35,284 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

unable to inspect steering fully due to covers fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2008 34,264 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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LX05 OAA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LX05 OAA, 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

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What year was LX05 OAA registered?

LX05 OAA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LX05 OAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 OAA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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