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A24 DRU

2001 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

77,024 mi
Last recorded77,024 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Slk69,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 DRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 77,024 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 76,228 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2021 76,227 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 71,185 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering box, detected at wheels

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded At base of each spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 68,690 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 67,542 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 65,814 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 64,302 miles

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

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2014 62,613 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 61,134 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 59,411 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 57,242 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 55,778 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2009 53,327 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 May 2008 50,244 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2007 46,559 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 43,497 miles

slight corosion on front and rear brake discs

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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A24 DRU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 69,467 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 A24 DRU, 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 25 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 A24 DRU registered?

A24 DRU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is A24 DRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A24 DRU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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