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NE04 SLK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

73,918 mi
Last recorded73,918 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNE04 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 73,918 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at axle mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle corroded.

Pass 21 Aug 2025 72,185 miles

underbody floor covers fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2024 70,698 miles

underbody floor covers fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2024 70,673 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

underbody floor covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2023 68,852 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 64,059 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 59,517 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 57,234 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 53,275 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 53,274 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 46,342 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 46,340 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2017 38,321 miles

brake pad warning light displayed

drivers seat bolsters loose

oil leaks

Fail 29 May 2017 38,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake pad warning light displayed

drivers seat bolsters loose

oil leaks

Pass 31 May 2016 31,128 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 28,852 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 24,612 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 20,356 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 17,648 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,248 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 14,725 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 14,725 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 12,940 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 11,629 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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NE04 SLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 NE04 SLK, 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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NE04 SLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 August 2004.

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