MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
110,657 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
all suspension slightly corroded
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
all suspension slightly corroded
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded close to flexi pipe behind heat shield (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Fuel pipe starting to corrode
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (inner edge) (4.1.E.1)
all suspension and steering componenets corroded
Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
exhaust corroding
Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
exhaust corroding
Advise Both rear tyres worn low.
Advise Front Exhaust bracket is broken but exhaust is still adequately supported.
Advise Rear exhaust box deteriorated but is not blowing.
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advise Both rear tyres worn low.
Advise Front Exhaust bracket is broken but exhaust is still adequately supported.
Advise Rear exhaust box deteriorated but is not blowing.
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HXZ 8743 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 HXZ 8743, 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 HXZ 8743 registered?
HXZ 8743 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 March 2002.
Is HXZ 8743 safe to buy?
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