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G9 CLW

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,200 mi
Last recorded77,200 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 CLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 77,200 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2026 77,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front track control arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front track control arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 73,435 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 73,432 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 69,410 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 69,407 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 65,598 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 65,547 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 60,156 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 54,845 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 51,144 miles

engine cover fitted/ under trays fitted

Fail 18 Nov 2019 51,144 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted/ under trays fitted

slight play nsf wheel bearing

Pass 21 Nov 2018 49,811 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 49,811 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 49,586 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all 4 tyres perished tread area and getting low

Pass 21 Mar 2017 45,646 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 42,658 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 34,845 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 34,821 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 32,193 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 27,073 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 24,698 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing thin inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2011 20,359 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 19,950 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK FULL BRAKING SYSTEM DUE TO UNDER BODY TRAY FITTED AS STANDARD

Pass 18 Sep 2009 18,465 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 12,810 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 8,826 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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G9 CLW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 G9 CLW, 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 G9 CLW registered?

G9 CLW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is G9 CLW safe to buy?

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