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MT54 TBU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,543 mi
Last recorded61,543 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 TBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 61,543 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2020 60,383 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 60,383 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 59,154 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 57,405 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 53,856 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 51,330 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 47,248 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 44,350 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 40,516 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 40,451 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 40,382 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 37,281 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 37,281 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 32,602 miles

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

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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MT54 TBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MT54 TBU, 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 MT54 TBU registered?

MT54 TBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is MT54 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 TBU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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