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SP53 KRN

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

87,701 mi
Last recorded87,701 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 KRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 87,701 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 25 May 2021 85,567 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust center joint corroded

o/s/f bumper and wing damaged but secure

rear reinforcing bars damaged

Fail 24 May 2021 85,567 miles

Headlamp insecure brackets broken (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust center joint corroded

o/s/f bumper and wing damaged but secure

rear reinforcing bars damaged

Pass 18 May 2020 84,989 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2020 84,985 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 84,736 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule in parts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorating in parts (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 83,349 miles

exhaust bracket heavily corroded

Fail 4 Jul 2018 83,340 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

exhaust bracket heavily corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2017 82,353 miles

Central Front exhaust hanger is slightly corroded

Fuel Pipe/s corroded long front to rear ()

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing and offside front (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front tyre is slightly perished

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 81,923 miles

Nearside Rear front to rear fuel pipe is slightly corroded

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 81,520 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 80,869 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 76,764 miles

Centre exhaust flange bolts corroded

Front exhaust mount corroded

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipes corroded at tank

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 76,764 miles

Centre exhaust flange bolts corroded

Front exhaust mount corroded

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipes corroded at tank

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 May 2011 63,010 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 52,593 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 49,053 miles

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 49,032 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 38,594 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 26,712 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 25,078 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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SP53 KRN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SP53 KRN, 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 SP53 KRN registered?

SP53 KRN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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