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SAP 3

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,749 mi
Last recorded66,749 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAP 3
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 66,749 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 60,778 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 54,625 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 50,615 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 49,686 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 49,109 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 43,340 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Camber arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 35,344 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 33,980 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 31,158 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 26,359 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 29,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 26,384 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 26,384 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 23,098 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 21,372 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2011 17,514 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 15,196 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 13,048 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 13,023 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 9,505 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 6,587 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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SAP 3 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 SAP 3, 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 SAP 3?

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What year was SAP 3 registered?

SAP 3 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is SAP 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAP 3 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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