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DH51 GEH

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,426 mi
Last recorded106,426 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH51 GEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 106,426 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 106,422 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 101,064 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 97,035 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2023 97,035 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 92,959 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 91,408 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 83,765 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 83,765 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 76,127 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

track rod has small amount of play n/s

Fail 6 Jul 2018 76,127 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

track rod has small amount of play n/s

Pass 15 Jul 2017 65,652 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both n/s and o/s inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 65,652 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both n/s and o/s inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 64,360 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 62,495 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 60,493 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2013 56,989 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 52,644 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 51,235 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front discs slightly worn

Pass 25 Jun 2010 47,513 miles

all brake disks slightly worn

Pass 28 May 2009 45,152 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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DH51 GEH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 DH51 GEH, 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 DH51 GEH registered?

DH51 GEH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 November 2004.

Is DH51 GEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH51 GEH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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