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SM04 DKK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,711 mi
Last recorded44,711 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 DKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 44,711 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 41,546 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 39,086 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 37,037 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 37,037 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 35,669 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 35,668 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 34,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear bottom of rear quarter ... corrosion /holed

Fail 23 Nov 2020 34,286 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear bottom of rear quarter ... corrosion /holed

Pass 15 Nov 2019 33,645 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 32,905 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 32,903 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 32,469 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 31,342 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 30,017 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 29,215 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 28,402 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 27,833 miles

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 19 Nov 2012 27,832 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2011 27,278 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 26,386 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 25,058 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 18,843 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 10,084 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 8,012 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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SM04 DKK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM04 DKK, 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 SM04 DKK registered?

SM04 DKK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is SM04 DKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM04 DKK shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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