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SY55 DPO

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,498 mi
Last recorded37,498 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 DPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2014 37,498 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 37,496 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine management light on

Pass 7 Feb 2013 35,051 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 30,992 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 26,677 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 18,648 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 12,880 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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SY55 DPO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SY55 DPO, 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

How do I check the history of SY55 DPO?

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What year was SY55 DPO registered?

SY55 DPO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is SY55 DPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY55 DPO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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