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PG04 TGY

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,383 mi
Last recorded41,383 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG04 TGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 41,383 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 40,815 miles

general corrosion throughout all suspension components

Fail 30 May 2024 40,803 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearings slight play advise adjustment needed (5.1.3 (a) (i))

general corrosion throughout all suspension components

Pass 16 Jul 2022 40,375 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both rear exhaust sleeves heavily corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2021 40,050 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 40,045 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2020 39,402 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 37,805 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 37,465 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 35,939 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 34,530 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 34,530 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 32,765 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 31,092 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 29,099 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 26,754 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2011 24,332 miles

advise very slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 13 Sep 2010 21,305 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)

Fail 9 Sep 2010 21,289 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 2 Sep 2009 18,015 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 13,772 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 9,889 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)

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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PG04 TGY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PG04 TGY, 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 PG04 TGY registered?

PG04 TGY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 August 2004.

Is PG04 TGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG04 TGY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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