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MM05 DVN

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,536 mi
Last recorded108,536 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 DVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 108,536 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 100,366 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 100,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 90,355 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust bracket deteriorated

rear brake squeal when parking brake applied

Pass 22 Feb 2016 77,560 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 68,970 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 60,856 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Feb 2013 51,862 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 42,210 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 30,051 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 24,313 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 20,243 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

unable to see rear coil spring bases

Pass 21 Jul 2008 15,846 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

nearside door/wing damaged

offside door scratched

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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MM05 DVN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MM05 DVN, 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 MM05 DVN registered?

MM05 DVN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 July 2005.

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The MOT history for MM05 DVN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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