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A5 LKV

1997 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,783 mi
Last recorded81,783 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk81,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 LKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 81,783 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear - both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear diff has slight leak

Pass 20 Dec 2023 77,795 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear diff has slight leak

Pass 14 Dec 2022 75,883 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 73,640 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 71,367 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 69,841 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 68,171 miles

Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 67,608 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 66,626 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 66,624 miles

Front Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 66,021 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 65,040 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

fuel filler cap seal starting to deteriorate

Pass 18 Jul 2013 63,244 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 61,540 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 59,954 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 59,954 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 90,895 miles

slight play in n/s steering track arm

Fail 28 Jan 2011 90,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play in n/s steering track arm

Pass 29 Jan 2010 73,346 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 52,304 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 45,986 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 4 Feb 2008 45,986 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 41,935 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 38,650 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 38,647 miles

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

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

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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A5 LKV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A5 LKV, 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

How do I check the history of A5 LKV?

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What year was A5 LKV registered?

A5 LKV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A5 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 LKV shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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