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S55 TMT

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,500 mi
Last recorded138,500 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 TMT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 138,500 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 135,098 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 130,363 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 124,792 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 124,792 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 108,973 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 90,967 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 68,081 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 43,819 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 11,291 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 10,274 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 9,120 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 7,876 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 6,431 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 5,572 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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S55 TMT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc 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 S55 TMT, 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 S55 TMT registered?

S55 TMT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is S55 TMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 TMT 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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