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RG04 CGK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,740 mi
Last recorded77,740 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG04 CGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 77,740 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 76,650 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 75,828 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 74,102 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 71,719 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 68,357 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 65,467 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 60,910 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 56,429 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2017 56,429 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 51,431 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 29 Oct 2015 45,640 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 41,122 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)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 34,040 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 34,038 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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 2 Nov 2012 27,250 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 28 Oct 2011 20,319 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 20,319 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 14,359 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 13,591 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 12,390 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 12,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,773 miles

slight play in both the front wheel's

small cut to the nearside rear tyre wall

Pass 17 Apr 2007 9,025 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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RG04 CGK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RG04 CGK, 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 RG04 CGK registered?

RG04 CGK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is RG04 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG04 CGK shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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