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M55 JUL

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,452 mi
Last recorded59,452 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 JUL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 59,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2023 59,442 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 58,996 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 58,203 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 57,968 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 57,557 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Feb 2019 57,544 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 56,512 miles

Offside Front tyre inner edge wear and outer tread edge cracking

Pass 7 Oct 2016 54,906 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 52,383 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 50,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 49,206 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 49,197 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 47,099 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 45,567 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 40,712 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 31,166 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear brakes imbalanced

Pass 4 Mar 2008 22,793 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 JUL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JUL, 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 M55 JUL registered?

M55 JUL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is M55 JUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 JUL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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