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OY04 HRU

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

71,841 mi
Last recorded71,841 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY04 HRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 71,841 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 64,013 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 63,896 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2021 63,896 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 58,281 miles

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

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

under-tray fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 27 Nov 2019 57,321 miles

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

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 15 Nov 2018 55,904 miles

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

under-tray fitted,obscuring some components

Pass 16 Nov 2017 54,820 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

outer sill covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2016 53,463 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 50,370 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 46,986 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 43,957 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2012 41,101 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2011
Pass 8 Sep 2010 34,195 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 34,195 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 33,254 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 29,805 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 23,400 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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OY04 HRU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 OY04 HRU, 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 OY04 HRU?

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What year was OY04 HRU registered?

OY04 HRU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 March 2004.

Is OY04 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY04 HRU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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