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PAT 53

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

15,898 mi
Last recorded15,898 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAT 53
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 15,898 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 15,804 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 15,730 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 15,657 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 15,542 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 15,347 miles

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))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 15,251 miles

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))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 14,574 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 14,574 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2018 13,979 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 13,221 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 11,677 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 10,322 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 9,010 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 8,153 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 6,555 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2011 5,342 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 5,030 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 4,033 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 3,179 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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PAT 53 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PAT 53, 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 PAT 53 registered?

PAT 53 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 November 2004.

Is PAT 53 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAT 53 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PAT 53 have outstanding finance?

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