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V5 EDD

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Beige Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,619 mi
Last recorded20,619 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 EDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 20,619 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 20,600 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 20,580 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 20,535 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 20,491 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 20,350 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 20,242 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 20,060 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 19,932 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 14,293 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 14,149 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,264 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 11,733 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 10,275 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 9,869 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 8,044 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 7,765 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 7,534 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 7,109 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 7,108 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 6,627 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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V5 EDD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Beige with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 V5 EDD, 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 V5 EDD registered?

V5 EDD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is V5 EDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V5 EDD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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