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RL05 YNG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,918 mi
Last recorded36,918 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 YNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 36,918 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2026 36,908 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 35,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 34,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 33,338 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 33,338 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 31,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 29,185 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 27,652 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 26,585 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 25,790 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 24,745 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 23,519 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 22,162 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 20,595 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 18,477 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,110 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,638 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 13,557 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 13,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,359 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 9,682 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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RL05 YNG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 RL05 YNG, 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 RL05 YNG registered?

RL05 YNG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is RL05 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL05 YNG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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