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H16 CEB

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,899 mi
Last recorded54,899 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 CEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 54,899 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 54,712 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 54,624 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 54,600 miles

undertray fitted cant see proper

Pass 12 Jul 2017 54,198 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2015 53,168 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 51,325 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2012 48,370 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2012 48,370 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2011 47,838 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 47,838 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 46,003 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 45,001 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 41,544 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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H16 CEB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H16 CEB, 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 H16 CEB registered?

H16 CEB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is H16 CEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 CEB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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