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HF51 XUY

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,963 mi
Last recorded95,963 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 XUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2013 95,963 miles

E.M.L on

exhaust front pipe bracket snapped

Fail 21 Jan 2013 95,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

E.M.L on

exhaust front pipe bracket snapped

Pass 18 Jan 2012 86,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

both front tyres worn low on inner edges

engine managment light on dash

Pass 14 Jan 2011 78,111 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2011 78,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2010 69,941 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2009 57,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 57,325 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 46,900 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 46,900 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 40,920 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 36,602 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 XUY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HF51 XUY, 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.

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What year was HF51 XUY registered?

HF51 XUY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is HF51 XUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 XUY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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