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HT53 APX

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

103,625 mi
Last recorded103,625 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 APX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 103,625 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 101,846 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 101,846 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 101,704 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 100,579 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 98,506 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 94,980 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 94,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 88,524 miles

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

front brake discs wearing

Pass 24 Apr 2014 81,023 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 71,980 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 71,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 63,706 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 63,706 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 55,635 miles

front tyres wearing edges

rear brake pads getting thin

Fail 16 Apr 2010 52,732 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 52,732 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 50,216 miles

o/s/r brake pads wearing

Pass 28 Dec 2007 46,888 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 46,888 miles

Outer Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 42,449 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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HT53 APX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HT53 APX, 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 HT53 APX registered?

HT53 APX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is HT53 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 APX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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