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BD51 XWU

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

71,556 mi
Last recorded71,556 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 XWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 71,556 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 May 2024 69,172 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2023 65,084 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 63,595 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 63,595 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 63,580 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 62,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 61,157 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 58,996 miles

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

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

wipers slightly deteriorated-smearing screen

Pass 12 Jan 2017 56,877 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 54,397 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 51,706 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 48,757 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 45,173 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Jan 2012 41,490 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 38,016 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 36,000 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 33,240 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 30,126 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 24,262 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge close to legal limit

Pass 6 Jan 2006 17,573 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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BD51 XWU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 64,067 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 BD51 XWU, 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 24 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 BD51 XWU registered?

BD51 XWU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is BD51 XWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 XWU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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