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LX55 VBD

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,900 mi
Last recorded94,900 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 VBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 94,900 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 93,838 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 90,232 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 78,775 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 18 Mar 2016 78,773 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear corroded above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear corroded above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 77,636 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 77,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 72,996 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 68,982 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 63,355 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 57,474 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 45,636 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 45,636 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 35,792 miles

WINDSCREEN STONE CHIPPED. UNABLE TO CHECK FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

Pass 18 Aug 2008 267,363 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LX55 VBD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX55 VBD, 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 LX55 VBD registered?

LX55 VBD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LX55 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX55 VBD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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