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L100 RJL

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,577 mi
Last recorded20,577 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL100 RJL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 20,577 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 19,936 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 19,450 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 19,148 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 18,672 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 18,672 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 18,104 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 17,069 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 17,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 16,942 miles

uneven wear o/s/f tyre inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2016 16,680 miles

Both front lower inner cross strut bushes slightly perished

Offside front tyre low and stepped on inner edge

Fail 9 Mar 2016 16,660 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative Offside front headlamp (1.7.2)

Both front lower inner cross strut bushes slightly perished

Offside front tyre low and stepped on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2015 16,390 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 21 Mar 2014 16,008 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 15,096 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 14 Mar 2012 14,490 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 14,033 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 13,530 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 12,146 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 12,139 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 11,034 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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L100 RJL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L100 RJL, 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

How do I check the history of L100 RJL?

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What year was L100 RJL registered?

L100 RJL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is L100 RJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L100 RJL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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