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KS53 WKL

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,341 mi
Last recorded83,341 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 WKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 83,341 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 78,040 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 78,021 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 73,066 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 68,349 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 66,771 miles

Plastic cover sills fitted.

Plastic engine covers fitted.

Pass 10 Jun 2020 64,623 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Plastic cover sills and engine covers.

Pass 13 Feb 2018 64,403 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 60,791 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 57,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn smooth on edges 205/55 r16 91v (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn smooth on inner edge + nail in tread + starting to perish (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn smooth on inner edge + starting to perish 225/50 r16 92v (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 57,298 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn smooth on edges 205/55 r16 91v (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn smooth on inner edge + nail in tread + starting to perish (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn smooth on inner edge + starting to perish 225/50 r16 92v (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 55,109 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 53,960 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 53,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 49,511 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 45,029 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 45,029 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 40,370 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 36,120 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 30,875 miles

All 4 tyres are showing signs of age and weather on outer walls and are starting to split and perish.

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 26,395 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 20,020 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 WKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KS53 WKL, 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 KS53 WKL registered?

KS53 WKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is KS53 WKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 WKL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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