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WG04 KCU

2004 Mercedes Slc

Grey Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

66,010 mi
Last recorded66,010 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG04 KCU
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 66,010 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

handbrake lever side play

under vehicle and sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2019 62,582 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

handbrake lever side play

under vehicle and sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2018 54,849 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

handbrake lever side play

Fail 2 Nov 2018 54,849 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

handbrake lever side play

Pass 3 Oct 2017 46,767 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 34,758 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 34,758 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,383 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,750 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 31,750 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 29,320 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 29,314 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,944 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 24,140 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 24,140 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r /n/s/f /and the o/s/f tyres all wearing on the inner treads

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,130 miles

front tyres starting to crack around edge of tread

Pass 29 Apr 2010 17,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Apr 2010 17,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 16,871 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 14,960 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 14,959 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 13,180 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Slc?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
440
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 104
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
brake binding 58
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 53
Headlamp aim too low 41
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WG04 KCU is a 2004 Mercedes Slc in Grey with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Slc fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG04 KCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Slc typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes Slc is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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WG04 KCU is a 2004 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 25 May 2004.

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