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KS53 POJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,929 mi
Last recorded87,929 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 POJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 87,929 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 87,928 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 81,618 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 75,475 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 75,475 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 64,002 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 62,306 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 62,301 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 58,964 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 58,964 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 53,125 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 47,357 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 46,352 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 38,517 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 30,156 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 23,268 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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KS53 POJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc 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 KS53 POJ, 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 KS53 POJ registered?

KS53 POJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is KS53 POJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 POJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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