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SN04 VPD

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

63,460 mi
Last recorded63,460 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 VPD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 63,460 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 63,455 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 58,241 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 53,685 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 53,685 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 50,419 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 45,864 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 42,109 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 41,085 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 41,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 39,492 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 36,897 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 36,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 35,253 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 35,253 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 16 May 2012 33,128 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2012 33,128 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 30,479 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 30,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,404 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 26,551 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 23,909 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 8,769 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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SN04 VPD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 SN04 VPD, 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.

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What year was SN04 VPD registered?

SN04 VPD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is SN04 VPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN04 VPD shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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