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MA54 VYU

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,067 mi
Last recorded199,067 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA54 VYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 199,067 miles

Front bumper slight damage not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Pass 20 Oct 2022 194,424 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 183,482 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 175,907 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 165,897 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 165,886 miles

Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2018 163,476 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 163,371 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2017 161,422 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 150,166 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 148,503 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 143,481 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2013 143,411 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 21 Sep 2012 140,788 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 14 Sep 2011 137,109 miles

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

front brake discs worn

rear metal brake pipes starting to rust

Pass 25 Sep 2010 118,201 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 21 Sep 2009 87,186 miles

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)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 57,701 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 30,429 miles

Hand brake need to be adjusted - advise

Fail 29 Sep 2007 30,429 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Hand brake need to be adjusted - advise

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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MA54 VYU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MA54 VYU, 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 MA54 VYU registered?

MA54 VYU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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