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A8 VJH

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,912 mi
Last recorded32,912 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VJH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 32,912 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 29,444 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 29,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm in places. Conti 205/55/r16 fitted (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0mm in places. Conti 225/50/r16 fitted (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places. Conti 205/55/r16 fitted (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 20,754 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2023 20,721 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 12,392 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 12,392 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 12,255 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 11,675 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 11,218 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 14 Oct 2015 10,703 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 10,202 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2012 9,161 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 8,429 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 7,769 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 7,040 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 6,428 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 5,233 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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A8 VJH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,472 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 A8 VJH, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A8 VJH registered?

A8 VJH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 November 2004.

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