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BD54 MWX

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,781 mi
Last recorded159,781 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 MWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 159,781 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

parking brake just met requirements

Fail 18 Nov 2017 159,781 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

parking brake just met requirements

Pass 10 Dec 2016 155,911 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Dec 2015 148,707 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 135,782 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 125,025 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 113,746 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 108,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

sharp egde lower front bumper caused by damage

Pass 12 Dec 2011 108,486 miles

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

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

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

sharp egde lower front bumper caused by damage

Pass 1 Sep 2008 97,741 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 97,741 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BD54 MWX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BD54 MWX, 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 BD54 MWX registered?

BD54 MWX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is BD54 MWX safe to buy?

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