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EM04 JAN

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,009 mi
Last recorded88,009 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM04 JAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 88,009 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 85,691 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 85,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 81,061 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

slight blow from rear exhaust

Pass 24 Jan 2022 72,799 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 66,237 miles

slight blow from rear exhaust joint

slight fluctuation from both rear brakes

Fail 27 Jan 2021 66,237 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

slight blow from rear exhaust joint

slight fluctuation from both rear brakes

Pass 14 Dec 2019 61,674 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 55,288 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 50,936 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 44,824 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 37,178 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 37,178 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 35,305 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 33,774 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 33,774 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 31,269 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 19,853 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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EM04 JAN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EM04 JAN, 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 EM04 JAN registered?

EM04 JAN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is EM04 JAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM04 JAN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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