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SW54 ODV

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,868 mi
Last recorded45,868 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW54 ODV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 45,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Cross pipe cracked/split (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective 2 mounts near diff broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shockers casings corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 45,816 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Sensor broken of mounting and insecure (4.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm Acceliare 235/35/19 91Y XL (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back pipes cross pipe splitting (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective 2 mounts at diff broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shockers corroding outer casings

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 39,893 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 38,234 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2021 38,234 miles

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

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

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 37,448 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 34,982 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 29,665 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 29,659 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

covers fitted underside

Pass 4 Apr 2016 29,594 miles

Undertrays fitted. Exhaust hangers corroded.

Pass 5 May 2015 29,415 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all four brake discs have surface corrosion.

Pass 8 May 2014 28,432 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,286 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 24,418 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 22,131 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 20,404 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2009 20,404 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 16,321 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW.

Pass 26 Oct 2007 11,121 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 23 Oct 2007 11,120 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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SW54 ODV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SW54 ODV, 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 SW54 ODV registered?

SW54 ODV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is SW54 ODV safe to buy?

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