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LV54 UPE

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

71,297 mi
Last recorded71,297 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV54 UPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 71,297 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 67,883 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 64,416 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre has some damage

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 60,656 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

park brake travel high

Pass 29 Oct 2021 55,759 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 50,097 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 45,752 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 40,643 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 36,296 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 28,451 miles

cracking both front tyres

Pass 7 Oct 2015 22,770 miles

small cuts to both rear tyre side walls - light cracking to both front tyres

Pass 8 Oct 2014 21,992 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 20,610 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 18,065 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2011 16,206 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 16,206 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 14,291 miles

nearside rear tyre on limit

Pass 15 Oct 2009 11,108 miles

nearside rear tyre nearing limit

Pass 31 Oct 2008 9,746 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 7,594 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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LV54 UPE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LV54 UPE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV54 UPE registered?

LV54 UPE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 November 2004.

Is LV54 UPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV54 UPE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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