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YG05 VTZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,094 mi
Last recorded85,094 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 VTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 85,094 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 77,801 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 71,470 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 68,792 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 65,771 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 63,054 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Jan 2010 59,529 miles

offside rear tyre slightly scuffed and worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 29 Jan 2009 55,532 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 50,246 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 50,246 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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YG05 VTZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YG05 VTZ, 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 YG05 VTZ registered?

YG05 VTZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is YG05 VTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 VTZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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