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AX04 WYU

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,625 mi
Last recorded99,625 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 WYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 99,625 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 94,531 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 94,466 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 94,466 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 94,333 miles

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2023 94,329 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Coil spring fractured or broken both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2020 89,654 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 88,546 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP ON WINDSCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 87,207 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEAD LAMPS (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 87,207 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEAD LAMPS (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 81,363 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEAD LAMPS (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2016 81,362 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEAD LAMPS (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 70,533 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 64,378 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 60,427 miles

offside rear tyre centre tread low

Pass 16 Jul 2012 54,101 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 49,295 miles

engine management light on

Pass 20 Aug 2009 35,789 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 35,789 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 26,900 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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AX04 WYU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AX04 WYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX04 WYU registered?

AX04 WYU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 August 2004.

Is AX04 WYU safe to buy?

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