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YC05 PKD

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

45,689 mi
Last recorded45,689 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 PKD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 45,689 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 45,187 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 44,748 miles

dip dim

Pass 25 Aug 2023 44,173 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 43,247 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 42,569 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 42,563 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 41,876 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 41,129 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 40,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 38,953 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Aug 2016 37,439 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 36,025 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 36,023 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 34,395 miles

nearside front tyre starting wear from the inner edges

Pass 27 Aug 2013 34,153 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 32,614 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Aug 2011 31,413 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 29,652 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 28,278 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 28,278 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 May 2009 27,242 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 20,634 miles

NAIL IN OSR TYRE

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

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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YC05 PKD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YC05 PKD, 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 YC05 PKD?

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What year was YC05 PKD registered?

YC05 PKD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is YC05 PKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC05 PKD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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