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YH05 OBJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,965 mi
Last recorded71,965 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH05 OBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 71,965 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F + O/S/F both suspension arms - bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 71,965 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arms - bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 70,353 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorating.

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorating.

Pass 29 Oct 2021 68,387 miles

Nearside Front Head lamp lens deteriorating

Offside Front Head lamp lens deteriorating

Pass 6 Nov 2020 67,292 miles

Nearside Front Head lamp lens deteriorated but not effecting beam.

Offside Front Head lamp lens deteriorated but not effecting beam.

Pass 8 Oct 2019 64,986 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 61,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Oct 2017 58,298 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 54,770 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 48,575 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 40,095 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 36,355 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 32,859 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)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 30,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 25,840 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 19,721 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)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 17,183 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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YH05 OBJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YH05 OBJ, 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 YH05 OBJ registered?

YH05 OBJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is YH05 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH05 OBJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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