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CK54 XZZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

43,398 mi
Last recorded43,398 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK54 XZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 43,398 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis and suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of n/s and o/s front inners (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 43,398 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis and suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of n/s and o/s front inners (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 41,344 miles

general corrosion

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 41,326 miles

tyres cracked

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

brake discs corroded and pitted

corrosion underside

rear subframe corroded

subframe bushes worn

Fail 8 Nov 2022 41,326 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

brake discs corroded and pitted

corrosion underside

rear subframe corroded

subframe bushes worn

tyres cracked

Pass 10 Oct 2020 41,308 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured water into unit (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured water into unit (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 41,106 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 40,741 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 40,303 miles

Front number plate broken though readable and secure

Fail 25 Aug 2017 40,303 miles

Front number plate broken though readable and secure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 39,288 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 39,288 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 38,825 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 38,443 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 38,443 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 37,217 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 33,091 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 31,113 miles

front and rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Fail 29 Dec 2010 31,113 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

front and rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2009 30,805 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Jan 2009 28,906 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 28,906 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 52,144 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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CK54 XZZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 CK54 XZZ, 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 CK54 XZZ registered?

CK54 XZZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 December 2004.

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