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BW53 CXC

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,150 mi
Last recorded64,150 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 CXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 64,150 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 63,870 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 63,292 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 62,880 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 62,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 62,465 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 61,216 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 60,094 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 58,568 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 56,950 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 55,885 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 55,885 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 52,872 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 49,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 49,268 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 45,720 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 42,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 37,470 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2010 37,470 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 33,601 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 28,407 miles

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

tyre treads weariny low.

Pass 22 Jun 2007 22,741 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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BW53 CXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BW53 CXC, 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 BW53 CXC registered?

BW53 CXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is BW53 CXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 CXC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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