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MA05 KLA

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,252 mi
Last recorded82,252 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 KLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 82,252 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 79,448 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 79,444 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 76,584 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 74,304 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2013 74,266 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 69,589 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 19 Jan 2012 64,779 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 64,136 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 64,136 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 62,358 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 59,313 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 55,562 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 55,562 miles

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

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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MA05 KLA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MA05 KLA, 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 MA05 KLA registered?

MA05 KLA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is MA05 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA05 KLA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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