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DG04 XJE

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

138,296 mi
Last recorded138,296 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 XJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 138,296 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2020 138,296 miles

Central Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2019 128,231 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 119,445 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 110,559 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 110,556 miles

Nearside Braking system leaking at joint in centre (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Braking system leaking at joint centre rear (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded in front of spare wheel moulding (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 May 2016 108,346 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 106,125 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

exhaust heat shield insecure

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Fail 2 Jun 2014 106,125 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

exhaust heat shield insecure

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Jun 2013 104,050 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust corroded

front exhaust bracket broken

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 1 Jun 2012 101,455 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 101,455 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 98,053 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 98,053 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 93,646 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 85,118 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 85,118 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 75,383 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 65,767 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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DG04 XJE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DG04 XJE, 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 DG04 XJE registered?

DG04 XJE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 March 2004.

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