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VJT 280

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,694 mi
Last recorded55,694 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJT 280
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 55,694 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 45,186 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 42,794 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 42,794 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 35,434 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 33,105 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 27,580 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 23,066 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 20,573 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 19,363 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 15,210 miles

Engine Magament Light On

SRS Light On

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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VJT 280 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VJT 280, 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 VJT 280 registered?

VJT 280 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is VJT 280 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJT 280 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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