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RY54 DLU

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,847 mi
Last recorded42,847 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 DLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 42,847 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering damper (2.1.5 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 Cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 42,815 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 42,815 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 42,774 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 42,774 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 42,410 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 42,410 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 42,189 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Outer sidewall of offside rear tyre has started to crack.

Pass 3 Mar 2016 41,562 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Outer sidewall of offside rear tyre has started to crack.

Pass 25 Feb 2015 40,788 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 39,433 miles

Nearside front tyre perished.

Pass 20 Feb 2013 38,387 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 38,387 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

battery flat

Pass 1 Mar 2012 38,072 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 36,843 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 34,157 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 31,859 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 30,080 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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RY54 DLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RY54 DLU, 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 RY54 DLU registered?

RY54 DLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is RY54 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY54 DLU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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