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YC54 BLJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,912 mi
Last recorded29,912 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 BLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 29,912 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 29,300 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 29,292 miles

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

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 28,646 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 28,621 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (straight) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 27,644 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 26,807 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 26,053 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 25,042 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 23,835 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 22,508 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 21,174 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 19,931 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 19,929 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 18,637 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 18,636 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 17,050 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 15,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 14,308 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 13,345 miles

undertays fitted to vehicle

Pass 1 Oct 2009 11,757 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 9,885 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 7,351 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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YC54 BLJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YC54 BLJ, 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 YC54 BLJ registered?

YC54 BLJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is YC54 BLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC54 BLJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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