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DF04 EBJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,186 mi
Last recorded149,186 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 EBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 149,186 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 136,524 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 123,141 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 May 2014 107,745 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 107,745 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2013 97,936 miles

third brake light inoperative.

Fail 3 May 2013 97,934 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

third brake light inoperative.

Pass 8 Nov 2011 85,487 miles

front tyres worn unevenly

Pass 29 Sep 2010 72,161 miles

front brake pads/discs worn. both rear tyres worn to near limits. ns park performance just achieved

Pass 3 Nov 2009 62,464 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 51,134 miles

both front tyres inner tread edge started to wear

Pass 23 Oct 2007 39,335 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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DF04 EBJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DF04 EBJ, 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 DF04 EBJ registered?

DF04 EBJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 July 2004.

Is DF04 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF04 EBJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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