MOT Status
ValidMileage
92,193 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened holed with corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective x2 (6.1.2 (a))
under-trays fitted
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also bold inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm perished and bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also bold inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Floor strengthening bar bent
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm also perished (5.2.3 (e))
Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear subframe both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit all on edges (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
o/s stabiliser bar has slight damage
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
o/s stabiliser bar has slight damage
Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
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SP05 CXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 SP05 CXW, 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 SP05 CXW registered?
SP05 CXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 March 2005.
Is SP05 CXW safe to buy?
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