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EG54 ZPL

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,819 mi
Last recorded68,819 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG54 ZPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 68,819 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 64,571 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 64,567 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front alloy. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front alloy. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Steel. (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 Brake showing signs of excessive heat.

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Steel. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 62,415 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under trays fitted making inspection difficult

Pass 11 Aug 2023 59,836 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 59,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

All four tyres are worn on edges.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 57,989 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Vehicle undertrays make inspection difficult.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 55,929 miles

Rear exhaust mount is broken.

Under trays fitted making inspection difficult.

Pass 20 Aug 2020 54,081 miles

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

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

Under trays fitted making inspection difficult.

Fail 18 Aug 2020 54,081 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Under trays fitted making inspection difficult.

Pass 16 Aug 2019 48,664 miles

Nearside Front Bumper area is damaged.

Under trays fitted making inspection difficult.

Pass 21 Aug 2018 42,727 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 34,839 miles

All four tyres perished

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 30,539 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 29,706 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 28,058 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 26,206 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 25,001 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 23,183 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 23,014 miles

all 4 tyres cracking on outer wall (dot 3804)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 21,148 miles

all four tyres severly perished on areas of sidewalls and tread, advise replacement

Pass 30 Oct 2009 17,712 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK FUEL LINES,TOP MOUNTS AND BRAKE PIVOT DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

Pass 22 Oct 2008 15,473 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 13,289 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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EG54 ZPL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EG54 ZPL, 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

How do I check the history of EG54 ZPL?

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What year was EG54 ZPL registered?

EG54 ZPL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is EG54 ZPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG54 ZPL shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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