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C3 TAT

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

60,663 mi
Last recorded60,663 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 TAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 60,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 60,528 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 60,361 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Corrosion on floor not near load baring components

Fail 16 Aug 2023 60,361 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Corrosion on floor not near load baring components

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 60,228 miles

near side rear floor slightly corroded.

Pass 13 Aug 2021 59,988 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 59,988 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 59,021 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 59,021 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 58,749 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 58,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 58,077 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2018 58,007 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Marked (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 56,961 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre sidewall cracked ,perrished 225/40/18 92y

Pass 10 Aug 2016 55,540 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2015 55,000 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 53,761 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 52,388 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 50,649 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 48,612 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 45,950 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 43,022 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 40,746 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 36,872 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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C3 TAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 C3 TAT, 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 C3 TAT registered?

C3 TAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is C3 TAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 TAT shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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