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CA04 RLE

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,628 mi
Last recorded68,628 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 RLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 68,628 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 66,869 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 66,861 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 65,753 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 65,547 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 61,150 miles

Stone chips across windscreen.

Pass 18 Apr 2018 57,883 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 55,695 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 53,624 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 51,158 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 49,795 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 47,624 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 45,033 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 45,033 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 39,957 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 32,001 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 25,066 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 18,362 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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CA04 RLE 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 88.9%.

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 CA04 RLE, 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 CA04 RLE registered?

CA04 RLE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is CA04 RLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 RLE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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