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MV55 MHM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

110,731 mi
Last recorded110,731 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 MHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2023 110,731 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near suspension point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near suspension point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2022 104,802 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. LHR hand brake low efficiency. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 98,514 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 94,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 94,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 85,410 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear end to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear end to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 81,614 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 77,106 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 68,880 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 56,432 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2014 45,728 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 39,648 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 33,753 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 27,745 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 20,734 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jun 2009 17,666 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 15,877 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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MV55 MHM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MV55 MHM, 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 MV55 MHM registered?

MV55 MHM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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