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YT05 TKE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

97,319 mi
Last recorded97,319 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 TKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 97,319 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays installed preventing full underside inspection

Pass 4 Apr 2025 92,745 miles

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

under trays fitted preventing full inspection of under side

Pass 8 Apr 2024 89,407 miles

Offside Front Lower SLIGHT PLAY IN SUSPENION ARM

Fail 8 Mar 2024 89,249 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at lower suspension arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play very strong advisory for replacement(aluminium arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective x2 exhaust hangers (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 85,015 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 85,004 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 79,663 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 74,984 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 74,943 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 73,948 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 70,516 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 67,360 miles

mid exhaust bracket broken

Pass 3 Mar 2017 61,846 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 61,846 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 57,694 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 52,434 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 49,209 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 49,209 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 48,446 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 44,880 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 40,244 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 36,551 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 32,642 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 32,642 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 27,130 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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YT05 TKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT05 TKE, 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.

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What year was YT05 TKE registered?

YT05 TKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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