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BG54 AWC

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

72,941 mi
Last recorded72,941 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 AWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 72,941 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 68,430 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 68,430 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 65,249 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 65,249 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 60,672 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 54,718 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 49,784 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)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 43,846 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 43,846 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 38,994 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 34,117 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 34,117 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 28,230 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 57,800 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 20,856 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 14,121 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 14,198 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)

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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BG54 AWC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BG54 AWC, 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 BG54 AWC registered?

BG54 AWC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is BG54 AWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 AWC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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