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WM05 EFP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

78,348 mi
Last recorded78,348 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 EFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 78,348 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 72,717 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 65,763 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 65,763 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 54,028 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edges.

Pass 19 Nov 2016 45,168 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 45,164 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm - Legal limit. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 36,683 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 35,229 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 33,289 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,488 miles

Screen scratched , not in drivers view

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 29,685 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,583 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 27,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 25,202 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,461 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 20,906 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 18,724 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 18,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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WM05 EFP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WM05 EFP, 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 WM05 EFP?

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What year was WM05 EFP registered?

WM05 EFP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WM05 EFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 EFP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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