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YD05 MTJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

105,920 mi
Last recorded105,920 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 MTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 105,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened cover with underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

parking brake sign keep flashing on dash , operation ok

steering has unusual noise lock to lock , under tray fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2024 105,234 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 100,123 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 92,931 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 92,931 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 91,676 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 88,669 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 85,367 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 82,907 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 80,231 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 77,604 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 74,465 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 70,864 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 70,862 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 67,878 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 59,235 miles

front brake discs rusty

Pass 30 Jul 2010 54,364 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 8 Apr 2010 52,419 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 41,064 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 28,376 miles

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)

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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YD05 MTJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YD05 MTJ, 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

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What year was YD05 MTJ registered?

YD05 MTJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is YD05 MTJ safe to buy?

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