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KX04 BKF

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

99,018 mi
Last recorded99,018 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX04 BKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 99,018 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 98,972 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working light bulb not operating (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

BAS-ESP LIGHT ON DASHBOARD

ENGINE OIL LIGHT WORNING ON DASHBOARD

Pass 19 Jul 2024 96,788 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 90,480 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 90,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 85,310 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 85,092 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 84,900 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 84,900 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2020 82,976 miles

N/S mirror glass cracked

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

O/S track arm boot twisted inner

Fail 8 Jun 2020 82,955 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect also got moisture in lamp (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

N/S mirror glass cracked

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

O/S track arm boot twisted inner

Pass 8 Jun 2019 80,716 miles

N/S door mirror glass broken

Fail 8 Jun 2019 80,716 miles

N/S door mirror glass broken

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 77,606 miles

N/S door mirror glass adrift

Fail 1 Jun 2018 77,546 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

N/S door mirror glass adrift

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 68,527 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 66,036 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 60,083 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 54,193 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)

Fail 11 Dec 2013 54,041 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 43,542 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 9 Jan 2012 42,792 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 6 Jan 2011 41,268 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 39,812 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 29,810 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 18,458 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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KX04 BKF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 KX04 BKF, 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 KX04 BKF registered?

KX04 BKF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 August 2004.

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