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PN55 BVM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

110,117 mi
Last recorded110,117 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 BVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 110,117 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2017 110,115 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 107,956 miles

Centre brake light not connected

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light illuminated

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jun 2015 107,956 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 98,321 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 87,901 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 81,022 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 62,301 miles

Front brake discs heavily lipped

N/S/R fog light inop

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 48,897 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 33,970 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 30,317 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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PN55 BVM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PN55 BVM, 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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PN55 BVM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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