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A1 LXL

1998 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,124 mi
Last recorded34,124 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk77,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 LXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 34,124 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 33,828 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,582 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 33,420 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 33,316 miles

engine undertray rusty

front indicator bulbs starting to discolour

Pass 9 Jun 2010 32,941 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 32,346 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 31,786 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 31,786 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 30,209 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 28,314 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 28,314 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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A1 LXL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 77,322 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 A1 LXL, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A1 LXL registered?

A1 LXL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is A1 LXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 LXL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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