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A17 JYX

1997 Mercedes-benz Slk

Green Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,575 mi
Last recorded61,575 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk81,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 JYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 61,575 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

rear differential has a slight leak

Fail 4 Jul 2019 61,575 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

rear differential has a slight leak

Pass 4 Jul 2018 61,363 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 61,240 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 60,970 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 60,666 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 60,447 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 60,233 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 60,133 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 59,485 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 58,794 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 58,007 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 56,069 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 55,410 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 52,921 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 52,921 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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A17 JYX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk in Green with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 81,143 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 A17 JYX, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 JYX registered?

A17 JYX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is A17 JYX safe to buy?

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