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MV05 VTF

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,961 mi
Last recorded105,961 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 VTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2019 105,961 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 97,730 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 93,494 miles

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

fuel smell

o/s/r exhaust bracket bracket

Pass 17 May 2016 87,180 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Offside rear pipe, small crack as marked in white. (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 May 2015 81,508 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 78,128 miles

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

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

exhaust system starting to corrode

Pass 29 Apr 2013 70,155 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 62,548 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 53,344 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 44,353 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 34,437 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 27,296 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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MV05 VTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MV05 VTF, 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 MV05 VTF registered?

MV05 VTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is MV05 VTF safe to buy?

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