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A3 JDR

2001 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

46,725 mi
Last recorded46,725 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Slk69,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 JDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 46,725 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 46,056 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 45,591 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 44,204 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 43,695 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 42,855 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 42,336 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 41,422 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 40,525 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 39,809 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 38,984 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 37,906 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 36,602 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 35,836 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 34,616 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 33,571 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 32,275 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 31,056 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 29,446 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 29,446 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 24,482 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 24,482 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 18,701 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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A3 JDR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 A3 JDR, 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 A3 JDR registered?

A3 JDR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is A3 JDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 JDR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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