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DK04 XBM

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,784 mi
Last recorded50,784 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 XBM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 50,784 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and tyre valve (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2022 50,712 miles

Emissions not tested clearly above requirements (8.2.1.2 (d))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and tyre valve (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 50,671 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

wipers perished

Pass 3 Mar 2017 48,327 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 48,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 43,566 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 43,566 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Gearbox leaking oil

Pass 19 Jan 2015 38,114 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 35,408 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 31,414 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 29,003 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 25,385 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 23,514 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,288 miles

slight deterioration to outer tyre walls o/s/f n/s/r and o/s/r

Pass 29 Jun 2007 18,302 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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DK04 XBM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DK04 XBM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK04 XBM registered?

DK04 XBM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 April 2004.

Is DK04 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 XBM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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