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OW53 JVR

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

100,461 mi
Last recorded100,461 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW53 JVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 100,461 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)

centre exhaust box rusting

Pass 15 Apr 2014 100,312 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/b aux drive belt perished cracking.

n/b o/s/f wheel arch liner damaged.

Pass 12 Feb 2014 98,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2013 88,861 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 80,913 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 69,350 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 69,350 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 56,567 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 49,766 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 29 Feb 2008 44,800 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 37,715 miles

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

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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OW53 JVR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OW53 JVR, 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 OW53 JVR registered?

OW53 JVR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is OW53 JVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW53 JVR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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