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FH54 XSM

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,241 mi
Last recorded72,241 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 XSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 72,241 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2026 72,241 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault reset with diagnostic machine. Stayed off for remainder of the test (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Removed for purpose of test. remained off for the duration of test (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 69,505 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 63,805 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 63,430 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 61,508 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 58,943 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 56,626 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 56,502 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 56,114 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 55,116 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 54,581 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 49,854 miles
Pass 11 May 2014 42,962 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 40,531 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 37,625 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 8 Sep 2011 34,259 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Aug 2010 30,588 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Sep 2009 29,566 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Sep 2008 28,088 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 24,734 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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FH54 XSM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver 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 FH54 XSM, 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 FH54 XSM registered?

FH54 XSM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is FH54 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 XSM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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