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LA54 VUK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,937 mi
Last recorded45,937 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA54 VUK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 45,937 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 43,147 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 40,794 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 40,688 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 40,682 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 35,698 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 57,359 miles

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

Fail 19 Nov 2019 57,359 miles

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

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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LA54 VUK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LA54 VUK, 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 LA54 VUK registered?

LA54 VUK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LA54 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA54 VUK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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