2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.0L Petrol · NY54 BYF
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 117,943 miles. MOT expired on 07 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stockton-on-Tees
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,943 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NY54 BYF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/04/2026
- 117,943 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NY54 BYF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz Slk (NY54 BYF) between August 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
NY54 BYF Mileage History
- 04/08/2023106,267 mi
- 02/09/2024113,155 mi+6,888 mi
- 04/09/2024133,166 mi+20,011 mi
- 08/04/2025115,897 mi-17,269 mi
- 08/04/2026117,943 mi+2,046 mi
Average of roughly 4,360 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171)
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Rear Subframe Corrosion and PerforationSerious
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