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HF51 CYP

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,187 mi
Last recorded88,187 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 CYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 88,187 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 88,179 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 81,956 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Mar 2020 81,956 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Nov 2018 71,270 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 71,270 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Headlamp aim is blurred (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective Headlamp aim is blurred (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2015 58,780 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 55,440 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 52,448 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 49,788 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 46,043 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 43,443 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 39,322 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 35,565 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 31,893 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 28,982 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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HF51 CYP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HF51 CYP, 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 HF51 CYP registered?

HF51 CYP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 February 2002.

Is HF51 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 CYP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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