MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
103,549 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
exhaust corroded
underside corroded
Brake performance unable to be tested brake fluid leak on rear (1.2.1 (g))
Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
underside corroded
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
vehicle underside , components corroded
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s/r above subframe advise further inspection (1.1.11 (c))
exhaust support brackets x2 corroded away
Engine oil leak recommend further investigation.
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Engine covers and under trays fitted
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
slight corrosion on rear brake pipes
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
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OV05 XTJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
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 OV05 XTJ, 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 OV05 XTJ registered?
OV05 XTJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 June 2005.
Is OV05 XTJ safe to buy?
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