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FB04 CVG

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

148,059 mi
Last recorded148,059 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB04 CVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 148,059 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 147,155 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 18 Jul 2015 145,753 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2014 143,443 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

suspect front inner brake pads wearing thin

Pass 9 Jul 2013 133,925 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2012 127,330 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 115,917 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside bonnet striker has one mounting point loose through corrosion but bonnet still secure.

Pass 26 Jul 2010 103,380 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 90,323 miles

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2009 90,106 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 71,329 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 53,702 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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FB04 CVG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FB04 CVG, 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 FB04 CVG registered?

FB04 CVG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is FB04 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB04 CVG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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