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WG53 SKX

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

51,686 mi
Last recorded51,686 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 SKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 51,686 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 50,265 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 49,083 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 47,803 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 46,360 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 44,288 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 42,245 miles

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)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 40,508 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 39,343 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 37,691 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 36,377 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 36,375 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 35,491 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 33,335 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 28,648 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 20,438 miles

o/s/f slight play in wheel bearing

Pass 12 Dec 2007 13,586 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 13,585 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 9,147 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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WG53 SKX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WG53 SKX, 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 WG53 SKX registered?

WG53 SKX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is WG53 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG53 SKX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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