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J888 ALX

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,690 mi
Last recorded21,690 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 ALX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 21,690 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 21,468 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 21,114 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 20,863 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn has lift (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 20,628 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn has lift (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 20,443 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 19,637 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 19,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2017 19,575 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm & starting to perish (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 19,565 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 18,909 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre outer wall slightly perished

offside rear tyre outer wall slightly perished

Pass 28 Oct 2013 18,178 miles

all 4 tyres perish

Pass 8 Oct 2012 16,987 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 14,792 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 12,698 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 10,509 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 8,563 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 7,001 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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J888 ALX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 J888 ALX, 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 J888 ALX registered?

J888 ALX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is J888 ALX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J888 ALX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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