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R18 SUE

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,160 mi
Last recorded23,160 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR18 SUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2026 23,160 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 23,075 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 22,233 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 21,630 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 20,515 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 19,714 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 19,221 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 18,562 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 17,889 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2017 17,256 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 17,031 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 16,361 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 15,486 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 14,121 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 12,282 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 10,690 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 9,777 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 7,763 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 6,048 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 4,776 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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R18 SUE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R18 SUE, 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 R18 SUE?

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What year was R18 SUE registered?

R18 SUE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is R18 SUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R18 SUE shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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