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M55 BTG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

70,160 mi
Last recorded70,160 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 BTG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 70,160 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 67,495 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 60,801 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 59,524 miles

Electronic stability system component modified but not inappropriately switch off (3.4.4)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 57,843 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2016 57,843 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 54,928 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front 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 12 Mar 2014 48,320 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 38,428 miles

nearside rear diff oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2011 34,021 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 32,105 miles

front and rear brake discs vent holes blocked inner face

nearside front body damage

Pass 27 Apr 2010 29,219 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 29,215 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 28,203 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 7 Apr 2008 22,561 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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M55 BTG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M55 BTG, 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 M55 BTG registered?

M55 BTG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is M55 BTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 BTG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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