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RY05 VYE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Green Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,952 mi
Last recorded29,952 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 VYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 29,952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 29,248 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 27,976 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 26,580 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 25,428 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 24,656 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 24,039 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 23,302 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 22,255 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 21,429 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 20,719 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 19,623 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 18,666 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 17,212 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,347 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 15,216 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 12,649 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 10,967 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,346 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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RY05 VYE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Green with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RY05 VYE, 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 RY05 VYE registered?

RY05 VYE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is RY05 VYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 VYE shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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