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RV54 JJY

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,381 mi
Last recorded79,381 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 JJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 79,381 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 78,701 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 77,016 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2023 75,225 miles

engine & sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2022 73,650 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 71,292 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 69,161 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 69,154 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 66,013 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 63,663 miles

one washer jet not working o/s

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2015 60,295 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 55,894 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 Oct 2013 51,152 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 45,765 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 45,761 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 42,792 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 36,643 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 31,122 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 24,709 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 27 Oct 2007 13,374 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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RV54 JJY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RV54 JJY, 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 RV54 JJY registered?

RV54 JJY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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