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RK54 BEU

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,755 mi
Last recorded64,755 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 BEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 64,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2026 64,753 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 64,707 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 11 Mar 2025 64,705 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Mar 2024 62,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 61,289 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 59,286 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 58,380 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 57,747 miles

Gearbox slight oil leak.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 56,144 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 56,144 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 54,971 miles

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

Offside Front tyre perished slight cut to sidewall

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 54,011 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 52,919 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 52,014 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 50,293 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 48,625 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 48,625 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 46,018 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 43,224 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 42,604 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 41,009 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 39,669 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2007 38,770 miles

unable to carry out full test due to sill covers and undertrays

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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RK54 BEU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 RK54 BEU, 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 RK54 BEU?

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What year was RK54 BEU registered?

RK54 BEU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is RK54 BEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK54 BEU 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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