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EX04 LXF

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

104,583 mi
Last recorded104,583 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 LXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 104,583 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 103,005 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour Nearside & offside shows amber (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 94,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 89,307 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Crossmember corroded

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

Fail 5 Aug 2022 89,299 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Crossmember corroded

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 89,179 miles

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

Offside Condensation behind O/S headlight lens

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 89,178 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn to 1mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Condensation behind O/S headlight lens

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 84,987 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Noise from engine. Suggest investigation

Offside Front Headlight has condensation in it

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Advise further investigation (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 80,695 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 80,695 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 May 2017 78,241 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 75,888 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 73,046 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 70,127 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 67,472 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 63,355 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 May 2012 63,355 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 58,337 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 51,137 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 10 Mar 2010 51,137 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 43,094 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,219 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 13,681 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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EX04 LXF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 EX04 LXF, 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 EX04 LXF registered?

EX04 LXF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is EX04 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX04 LXF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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