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KE54 RYK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

96,704 mi
Last recorded96,704 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE54 RYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 96,704 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2025 94,639 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 93,997 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 93,997 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 92,719 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 90,846 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 88,860 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 88,860 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 86,316 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 84,967 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 73,380 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 65,457 miles

Both front tyres tread worn inner edges

Engine Oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2016 54,944 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 44,418 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 44,418 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed nearside front (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed offside front (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 34,395 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 34,375 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 31,270 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 28,823 miles

both front tyres sidewalls damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2010 26,367 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 22,667 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 18,963 miles

both front tyres worn badly on inner edges

Pass 26 Nov 2007 14,366 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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KE54 RYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KE54 RYK, 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 KE54 RYK registered?

KE54 RYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is KE54 RYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE54 RYK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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