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M88 PYN

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

102,529 mi
Last recorded102,529 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 PYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 102,529 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 101,989 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 100,959 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 97,539 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 94,500 miles

Central Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 87,533 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 77,457 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 63,518 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 63,518 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 63,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre as cuts on sidewall but not to cords

Pass 4 May 2017 61,695 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 60,200 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 53,367 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 4 Mar 2014 52,171 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 50,495 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 50,492 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2012 47,233 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 41,136 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 31,171 miles

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

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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M88 PYN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 M88 PYN, 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 M88 PYN registered?

M88 PYN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is M88 PYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 PYN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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