2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.0L Petrol · RL04 AAN

The vehicle holds a valid MOT pass from the 10 May 2025 test at 67,733 miles, confirming roadworthy status at that date. Maintenance trend stays stable, with no defects or advisories across the five logged examinations. The MOT system recorded a failure on 9 May 2025 at identical mileage with no faults listed, pointing to an administrative anomaly rather than mechanical defect, and the tester issued a clean pass twenty-four hours later. Mileage pattern relative to the car's twenty-two years shows consistently light use. The SLK recorded 63,187 miles at the 1 November 2021 test, creeping to 64,070 miles by 6 December 2022 and 64,444 miles at the 20 May 2024 examination. A sharper rise to 67,733 miles by May 2025 added 3,289 miles in roughly twelve months, yet total distance remains low. Sparse clean records imply previous owners stored or gently drove the car, but the fourteen-month gap to today's date means a fresh test is advisable. With no historical advisories on suspension bushes, coil springs, brake calipers, discs, exhaust emissions or structural corrosion, the official data reveals no recurring mechanical trend. Low mileage and long stationary periods can still hide degraded rubber components, seized brake mechanisms or latent chassis rust. A buyer should physically inspect subframe integrity, check for perishing tyres and wiper blades, and confirm brake freedom given intermittent use. The keeper's habit of presenting the car for near-annual tests with minimal faults suggests basic upkeep was observed, yet absence of recorded maintenance beyond MOT means independent checks of fluid condition and timing chain wear are prudent. Given the age, scrutinise door sills and floor pans for corrosion despite the clean advisory list.