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LK54 BXL

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

20,844 mi
Last recorded20,844 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 BXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 20,844 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 19,642 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 18,116 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 16,993 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 16,993 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 13,918 miles

Front Windscreen has a slight crack but not adversely affecting Driver's view

Fail 20 Jul 2022 13,918 miles

Front Windscreen has a slight crack but not adversely affecting Driver's view

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 12,809 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 12,342 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 Jan 2019 11,703 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 10,877 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 10,350 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 Jan 2016 9,803 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 9,157 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 8,395 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 8,395 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 7,417 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 7,417 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 6,384 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 5,754 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 4,913 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 4,029 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 3,415 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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LK54 BXL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LK54 BXL, 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 LK54 BXL registered?

LK54 BXL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is LK54 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK54 BXL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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