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OY54 ZSX

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,258 mi
Last recorded42,258 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY54 ZSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 42,258 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 42,053 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 41,764 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 41,189 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 40,449 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 40,224 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 40,222 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 40,001 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 37,968 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 35,687 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 33,235 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 31,870 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 30,123 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 26,797 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 21,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 21,719 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 21,048 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 21,048 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 19,659 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 15,926 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 13,760 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 9,668 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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OY54 ZSX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 OY54 ZSX, 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 OY54 ZSX registered?

OY54 ZSX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is OY54 ZSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY54 ZSX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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