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KY04 EPA

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,446 mi
Last recorded69,446 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY04 EPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 69,446 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 69,056 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2024 68,035 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 67,262 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 65,955 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 65,955 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 May 2021 64,940 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2020 63,891 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 63,891 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 62,343 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 60,011 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 55,703 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 51,471 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 45,371 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2014 43,893 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 42,201 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 40,366 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 40,366 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,788 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 32,985 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 26,904 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 26,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 21,784 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 16,865 miles

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

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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KY04 EPA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KY04 EPA, 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 KY04 EPA registered?

KY04 EPA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 July 2004.

Is KY04 EPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY04 EPA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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