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PF04 HGJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

89,891 mi
Last recorded89,891 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF04 HGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 89,891 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 88,326 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 88,326 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 13 May 2019 87,566 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 86,860 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 85,323 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 83,106 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 19 May 2016 83,106 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 82,076 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 80,508 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 79,175 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 77,049 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 72,871 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 66,237 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 63,291 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 59,048 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front/rear brake pads about 50% worn

Pass 30 Apr 2007 54,760 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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PF04 HGJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PF04 HGJ, 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.

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What year was PF04 HGJ registered?

PF04 HGJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is PF04 HGJ safe to buy?

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