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FM04 YXW

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,725 mi
Last recorded81,725 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 YXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 81,725 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 79,533 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 77,732 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 76,012 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 74,716 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 73,442 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 70,830 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 68,428 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 66,385 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 64,115 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 61,642 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 59,219 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 57,122 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 54,995 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 51,715 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2010 46,907 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 42,475 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 33,600 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 24,601 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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FM04 YXW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FM04 YXW, 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 FM04 YXW registered?

FM04 YXW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is FM04 YXW safe to buy?

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