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KC04 BUF

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,152 mi
Last recorded119,152 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC04 BUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 119,152 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 117,260 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 117,259 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 112,435 miles

front n/s and o/s wheel weights catching brake calipers

Pass 27 May 2015 105,170 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 98,182 miles

exhaust corroded but not leaking

front tyres worn on outer edge

Fail 28 May 2014 98,182 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust corroded but not leaking

front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 31 May 2013 90,103 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 May 2012 83,593 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 29 May 2012 83,593 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 78,280 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 73,674 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 68,617 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 62,794 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 54,773 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 54,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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KC04 BUF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KC04 BUF, 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 KC04 BUF registered?

KC04 BUF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 April 2004.

Is KC04 BUF safe to buy?

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