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LV04 BTF

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,132 mi
Last recorded99,132 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV04 BTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 99,132 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2026 99,125 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 97,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald and cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 94,650 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 90,680 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 90,679 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 88,681 miles

Offside Front tyre badly perished

Pass 19 Jun 2021 86,753 miles

Central exhaust deteriorated

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

Fail 19 Jun 2021 86,753 miles

Central exhaust deteriorated

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 83,232 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 78,723 miles

exhaust has corrosion on

Pass 19 Apr 2018 75,739 miles

Exhaust System Rusted But Not Leaking

Fail 18 Apr 2018 75,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall Damage (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Exhaust System Rusted But Not Leaking

Pass 7 Jun 2017 71,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 68,759 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 65,747 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 61,910 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 28 Jun 2013 58,611 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 56,420 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 56,420 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 49,568 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 41,691 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 34,649 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

splits on inside edges of rear tyre walls

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2008 28,393 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 26,020 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 26,020 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2007 18,953 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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LV04 BTF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LV04 BTF, 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 LV04 BTF registered?

LV04 BTF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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