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HN52 VOD

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,545 mi
Last recorded31,545 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 VOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 31,545 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2025 31,543 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 30,895 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2024 30,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 29,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 29,976 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 28,798 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 27,513 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 26,294 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 25,505 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front wiper blades smearing badly

Pass 25 Oct 2018 23,911 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Washer fluid reservoir leaking

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Oct 2017 23,325 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 22,251 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 20,854 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 19,100 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 17,605 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all four tyres perrishing due to age.

Pass 24 Oct 2013 17,577 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all four tyres are perrished due to age.

Fail 24 Oct 2013 17,577 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

all four tyres are perrished due to age.

Pass 1 Nov 2012 16,330 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 14,607 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 13,411 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 11,944 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 10,341 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 8,605 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 7,391 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 5,871 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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HN52 VOD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HN52 VOD, 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 HN52 VOD registered?

HN52 VOD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 November 2002.

Is HN52 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN52 VOD shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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