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VU04 KHG

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

91,882 mi
Last recorded91,882 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 KHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 91,882 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 86,618 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 84,797 miles

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 16 May 2022 84,797 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 May 2021 82,656 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 82,656 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 80,231 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 77,065 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 77,065 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 74,982 miles

Nearside Rear Upper All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 74,982 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 73,087 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 71,221 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 65,421 miles

engine covers and undertrays

Pass 27 Aug 2014 62,403 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 57,834 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 57,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 54,122 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 50,727 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 46,968 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 44,141 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 39,444 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 31,915 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)

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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VU04 KHG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VU04 KHG, 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

How do I check the history of VU04 KHG?

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What year was VU04 KHG registered?

VU04 KHG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is VU04 KHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 KHG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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