MOT Status
ValidMileage
98,629 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Boot lid component insecure boot locking catch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
centre exhaust box deteriated
centre exhaust box deteriated
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes corroded across the rear axles (3.6.B.2c)
both front discs corroded
front tyres are cracking on outer sidewall
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
both front brake discs have wear
offside and nearside steering idlers have play
play detectded at steering wheel
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
both front brake discs have wear
offside and nearside steering idlers have play
play detectded at steering wheel
Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VU53 FFP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Yellow with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 VU53 FFP, 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 VU53 FFP registered?
VU53 FFP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 January 2004.
Is VU53 FFP safe to buy?
The MOT history for VU53 FFP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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