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DL04 DLN

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,675 mi
Last recorded38,675 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL04 DLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 38,675 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 38,454 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Camber arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Forward mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 38,348 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 38,254 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 38,099 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 38,099 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 38,049 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 37,597 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside front and offside front lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside front and offside front inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 37,084 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 36,005 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 335,142 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 33,748 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 32,338 miles

nearside rear tyre has cut to cords not over 25mm

offside rear tyre has cut to cords not over 25mm

Pass 16 Jul 2014 30,568 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,285 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 25,324 miles

Both front tyres cracking on outer edges

Pass 18 Jul 2011 22,954 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 19,473 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 18,111 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 14,817 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 12,381 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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DL04 DLN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 DL04 DLN, 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 DL04 DLN registered?

DL04 DLN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 July 2004.

Is DL04 DLN safe to buy?

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