MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,856 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
nearside and offside headlamp beam output slightly reduced
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
nearside and offside headlamp beam output slightly reduced
Front Direction indicator not working Nearside and offside (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam Will come on will not stay on (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside foremost arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside excessive wear on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and offside beam patterns poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At rear Y section pipe to rear silencers has fractured (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking in treads (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
brake pipes greased
Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking in treads (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
brake pipes greased
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
nearside rear tyre is bald on inner edge but not part of the main tread
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside rear tyre is bald on inner edge but not part of the main tread
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nail in offside rear tyre
Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
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DA02 MPA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.
Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,472 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 DA02 MPA, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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DA02 MPA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 October 2004.
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