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YJ05 OKH

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,177 mi
Last recorded74,177 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 OKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 74,177 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 74,177 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 70,219 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 62,766 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 62,583 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 61,094 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 16 Mar 2017 55,993 miles

Front both tyres wearing inner edges and slight cracking in between treads

Oil leak ()

under side brake pipes slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Mar 2017 55,989 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front both tyres wearing inner edges and slight cracking in between treads

Oil leak ()

under side brake pipes slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Mar 2016 53,051 miles

Offside Front wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Mar 2015 49,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 46,600 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 45,560 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)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2012 42,702 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 39,709 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 37,661 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 33,481 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 33,481 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 30,444 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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YJ05 OKH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YJ05 OKH, 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 YJ05 OKH registered?

YJ05 OKH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for YJ05 OKH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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