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YE54 SZX

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,266 mi
Last recorded84,266 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE54 SZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 84,266 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 84,119 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 83,995 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2021 83,837 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays + sill covers fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2021 83,834 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays + sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2020 83,676 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 83,419 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 82,955 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 82,313 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 81,550 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 81,516 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 80,276 miles

Offside Rear indicator faded

Pass 13 May 2015 71,191 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

minor damage to offside front inner side wall

Pass 7 May 2014 62,610 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 54,861 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 54,780 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

O/S/R of exhaust system, rear silencer hanger bracket is broken, however system is supported OK

Pass 29 Mar 2012 49,214 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 43,497 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 37,303 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 29,405 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 29,302 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 22,566 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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YE54 SZX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YE54 SZX, 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.

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What year was YE54 SZX registered?

YE54 SZX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is YE54 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE54 SZX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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