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K88 HCK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,265 mi
Last recorded86,265 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 HCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 86,265 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2026 86,265 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2025 85,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 85,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 83,477 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 76,250 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 75,575 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 74,303 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 71,196 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

covers fitted

headlamps faded

Fail 1 Jul 2020 71,196 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

covers fitted

headlamps faded

Pass 9 Jul 2019 69,354 miles

corrosion on front discs

headlight lenses deteriorated

Pass 20 Jul 2018 66,207 miles

headlamp lenses faded

Fail 20 Jul 2018 66,207 miles

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

headlamp lenses faded

Pass 30 Jun 2017 61,374 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 58,664 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 54,306 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 54,306 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 50,922 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 47,621 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 44,764 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 44,626 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 8 Jul 2011 38,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 38,224 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 31,483 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 25,408 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 25,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 19,975 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 16,008 miles

unable to carry out full test due to undertrays and sill covers

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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K88 HCK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 K88 HCK, 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 K88 HCK registered?

K88 HCK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 July 2004.

Is K88 HCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 HCK shows 28 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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