MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,701 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear suspension components light corrosion some area's undersealed applied (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear suspension components light corrosion some area's undersealed applied (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Oil leak engine ()
Oil leak gearbox ()
Rear exhaust mount corroded off but still supported
Rear exhaust stabiliser bar corroded off but still supports
engine management light on
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Oil leak engine ()
Oil leak gearbox ()
Rear exhaust mount corroded off but still supported
Rear exhaust stabiliser bar corroded off but still supports
engine management light on
Offside Rear brake disc pitted
Offside exhaust support corroded
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear brake disc pitted
Offside exhaust support corroded
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
front tyres sidewall cuts
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
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OU55 KXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 OU55 KXW, 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 OU55 KXW registered?
OU55 KXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 October 2005.
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