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LJ04 VTX

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

96,478 mi
Last recorded96,478 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 VTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 96,478 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

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))

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

Fail 23 Feb 2022 96,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

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))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 88,229 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 88,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 84,223 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 79,103 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 79,103 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust mounting defective Front bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 77,269 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective hangar corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

Rear both brake pipes lightly corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2017 75,360 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust bracket at transmission broken but exhaust still supported

OSF and NSF fog lamps non operational

Offside Transmission cooler line beginning to corrode

Pass 15 Jun 2016 73,699 miles

N/S/F O/S/F + N/S/R tryes have tread separation

Pass 10 Jun 2015 72,597 miles

Both front tyres have slight tread separation

Exhaush centre section support bracket corroded and broke but exhaust system still secure

Pass 12 Jun 2014 71,146 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 69,585 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 69,308 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 67,662 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 67,662 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 66,432 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 62,750 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 48,539 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 48,539 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 27,979 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 VTX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LJ04 VTX, 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 VTX registered?

LJ04 VTX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 7 May 2004.

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