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KW53 BLK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

74,101 mi
Last recorded74,101 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW53 BLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 74,101 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2025 73,448 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 73,448 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 May 2024 72,357 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 72,357 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 71,350 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 70,025 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 67,221 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 67,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2020 64,102 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 64,013 miles

Exhaust corroding

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 63,994 miles

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

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective Bolts corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 63,982 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE DOWN TO THE TREAD WEAR BARS = 225/50R16 PIRELLI

Pass 16 May 2017 61,505 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 59,591 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 57,429 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2014 54,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 May 2013 50,640 miles

Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 May 2012 46,512 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 1 Jun 2011 42,090 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 36,851 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 30,929 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 25,108 miles

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

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

Fail 28 May 2008 25,108 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)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2007 18,589 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 17,778 miles

Rear tyres getting low

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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KW53 BLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 KW53 BLK, 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 KW53 BLK registered?

KW53 BLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 January 2004.

Is KW53 BLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW53 BLK shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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