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YL04 VGZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,418 mi
Last recorded71,418 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 VGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 71,418 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 71,414 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 69,351 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 65,882 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 65,882 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 63,710 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 60,867 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 58,636 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 53,534 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front wheelbearings slight play

Fail 16 Mar 2010 53,534 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front wheelbearings slight play

Pass 1 May 2009 16,797 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 4 Sep 2007 29,865 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 29,865 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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YL04 VGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YL04 VGZ, 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 YL04 VGZ registered?

YL04 VGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is YL04 VGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL04 VGZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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