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LY54 OEZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

93,372 mi
Last recorded93,372 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 93,372 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 89,559 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 88,191 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 86,487 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 83,891 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both/slight wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 81,594 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 78,672 miles

Offside Front corrosion to wing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 64,892 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion to the offside front outer wheel arch

Pass 21 Feb 2018 52,331 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 37,266 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 34,235 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 29,763 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 27,762 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 27,758 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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 6 Dec 2012 26,621 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 60,775 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 24,069 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 20,499 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 20,499 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 17,407 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 12,539 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 OEZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 OEZ, 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 OEZ registered?

LY54 OEZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is LY54 OEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY54 OEZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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