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NJ04 GGV

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,982 mi
Last recorded54,982 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ04 GGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 54,982 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2026 54,982 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 51,483 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential Drive Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Auto Gearbox Leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine has Slight Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering Box Drop Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both Fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 48,200 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 45,156 miles

Coolant leak from rear of engine

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Oil leak from gear box

Rear pads low

Pass 4 Jan 2022 41,338 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Coolant leak Gearbox area ()

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 41,338 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Coolant leak Gearbox area ()

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 36,921 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 34,487 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front tyres have sidewall damage

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Dec 2019 34,487 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak steering damper (5.3.2 (b))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front tyres have sidewall damage

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 31,872 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2019 31,872 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 29,655 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 26,440 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 19,932 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 5 Dec 2014 16,602 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 15,095 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 14,564 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 14,148 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 13,567 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 13,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2010 13,002 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 11,994 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 10,699 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 8,381 miles

weep from steering damper

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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NJ04 GGV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 NJ04 GGV, 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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What year was NJ04 GGV registered?

NJ04 GGV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is NJ04 GGV safe to buy?

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