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LM54 DGZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,277 mi
Last recorded53,277 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM54 DGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 53,277 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 53,010 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 52,065 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 51,183 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 49,428 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 47,629 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 46,066 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to brake hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 46,066 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 44,023 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 43,382 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 40,759 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 37,353 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 32,593 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 29,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

front brake discs deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2011 29,640 miles

front brake discs deteriorated

Pass 29 Nov 2010 25,840 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyres perished heavily on outer walls

Fail 29 Nov 2010 25,840 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

nearside front and offside rear tyres perished heavily on outer walls

Pass 24 Nov 2009 23,288 miles

front inner brake pads worn to last 1/4.

Pass 1 Dec 2008 20,254 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 16,729 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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LM54 DGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LM54 DGZ, 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 LM54 DGZ registered?

LM54 DGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 December 2004.

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