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VV04 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,126 mi
Last recorded86,126 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVV04 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 86,126 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 86,126 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front headlight lenses deteriorated . both front brake discs inner faces very rusted ,low pad contact area .

Pass 29 Dec 2016 79,416 miles

Central exhaust system brackets broken but system still supported

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak from engine

Pass 29 Dec 2015 71,087 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 63,758 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 58,488 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 54,351 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 52,675 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,588 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 38,235 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 31,091 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 24,872 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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VV04 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VV04 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 VV04 SLK registered?

VV04 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is VV04 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VV04 SLK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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