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RN05 NXX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,774 mi
Last recorded114,774 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 NXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 114,774 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 107,232 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 29,404 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 95,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside front fog lamp not working

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 95,116 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside front fog lamp not working

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 80,247 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2013 60,595 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mountings starting to rust

Pass 4 Jul 2012 50,409 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 42,594 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 42,594 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 34,367 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear number plate has started to blister

un able to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 13 Jul 2009 27,558 miles

both rear tyres near to limits

rear number plate started to blister

Pass 18 Jul 2008 20,972 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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RN05 NXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RN05 NXX, 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 RN05 NXX registered?

RN05 NXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is RN05 NXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN05 NXX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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