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RS05 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,633 mi
Last recorded31,633 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRS05 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 31,633 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 31,618 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 31,549 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 31,319 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 30,631 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 29,729 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 28,369 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 27,364 miles

n/s/r tyre has a cut in tread not exposing cords and 2.5mm

o/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 13 Apr 2013 25,989 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 24,422 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 22,536 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 20,317 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 17,590 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 14,620 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 14,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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RS05 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RS05 SLK, 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 RS05 SLK registered?

RS05 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is RS05 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RS05 SLK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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