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BV04 XRE

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,521 mi
Last recorded50,521 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 XRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2026 50,521 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 47,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 43,294 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 36,932 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

under trays engine covers and side skirts fitted obscuring areas of the vehicle and some testable items

Pass 8 Aug 2022 29,013 miles

under trays engine covers and sill covers obscuring areas of the vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Sep 2021 19,753 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 16,801 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 9,762 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 9,652 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 9,444 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 9,380 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 9,362 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 9,093 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 8,150 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 7,775 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 7,178 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 6,507 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 5,841 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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BV04 XRE 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 100%.

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 BV04 XRE, 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 BV04 XRE registered?

BV04 XRE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BV04 XRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV04 XRE shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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