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BXZ 7103

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

130,075 mi
Last recorded130,075 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBXZ 7103
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 130,075 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Feb 2022 130,074 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Feb 2021 119,811 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2021 119,810 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 105,053 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2020 105,050 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

tps light on

Pass 18 Feb 2019 94,150 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 94,150 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 91,961 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 90,442 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 88,713 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 84,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 84,727 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 81,480 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 72,432 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 62,463 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 62,463 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 62,451 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 61,761 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 61,759 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 52,379 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 42,586 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 32,496 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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BXZ 7103 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BXZ 7103, 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 BXZ 7103 registered?

BXZ 7103 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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