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DK04 XES

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

41,999 mi
Last recorded41,999 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 41,999 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion by fixing for lower suspension arm - monitor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 41,969 miles

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

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Lamp full of condensation and dipped beam inop NS (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion by fixing for lower suspension arm - monitor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 41,800 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 41,800 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2024 41,565 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 41,062 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 40,296 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 39,430 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 38,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2020 38,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 38,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 37,645 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 36,405 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,307 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 33,618 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 32,130 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 29,746 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 29,746 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 27,931 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 26,359 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 23,074 miles

sligt perrishing on sidewalls of offside rear and nearside front tyres

Pass 6 May 2008 20,134 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 16,020 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 XES is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 DK04 XES, 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 DK04 XES registered?

DK04 XES is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is DK04 XES safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 XES shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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