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LY54 GXK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

72,318 mi
Last recorded72,318 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 GXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 72,318 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 71,529 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 70,371 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 69,218 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 68,194 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 68,194 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 67,758 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 67,583 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 66,245 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

handbrake travel

Pass 8 Nov 2017 63,596 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 61,218 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 57,886 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 52,201 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 46,709 miles

front brake pad's low

Pass 5 Nov 2012 44,016 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 40,127 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 35,446 miles

slight cut in tread of nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Dec 2009 30,461 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 23,299 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 17,855 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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LY54 GXK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 LY54 GXK, 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 LY54 GXK registered?

LY54 GXK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is LY54 GXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY54 GXK 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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