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NJI 797

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

59,251 mi
Last recorded59,251 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJI 797
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 59,251 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 59,075 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 58,558 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 57,928 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 57,645 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 57,599 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 56,904 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 50,287 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 44,627 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 40,312 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under car and under bonnet covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 13 Sep 2016 35,072 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 32,190 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 28,900 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 25,997 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,192 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 23,850 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 21,554 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 19,768 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 17,130 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 14,542 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 27 Jul 2007 11,344 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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NJI 797 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 95.2%.

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 NJI 797, 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

How do I check the history of NJI 797?

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What year was NJI 797 registered?

NJI 797 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 August 2004.

Is NJI 797 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJI 797 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJI 797 have outstanding finance?

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