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TB03 SLK

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

48,697 mi
Last recorded48,697 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTB03 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 48,697 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Nov 2025 48,634 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 43,942 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 40,734 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 39,561 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 38,597 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 37,951 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 37,238 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 36,056 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 32,873 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 29,797 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 25,430 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 16,133 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 15,648 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 23 May 2012 12,181 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 10,475 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 10,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 8,123 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 6,676 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 5,623 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 5,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 5,027 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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TB03 SLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc 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 TB03 SLK, 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 TB03 SLK registered?

TB03 SLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is TB03 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for TB03 SLK 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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