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LJ04 DPY

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,936 mi
Last recorded77,936 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 DPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 77,936 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 70,469 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 70,467 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 51,752 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2015 51,752 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2014 36,912 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 36,912 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 23,880 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 22,155 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 21,082 miles

both front tyres perrishing

Pass 8 Mar 2011 20,754 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 19,884 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 18,624 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 17,311 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 16,959 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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LJ04 DPY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ04 DPY, 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.

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What year was LJ04 DPY registered?

LJ04 DPY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is LJ04 DPY safe to buy?

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