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HY52 KPX

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

52,679 mi
Last recorded52,679 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY52 KPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 52,679 miles

Corrosion across exhaust and all suspension systems.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 51,919 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 51,351 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 51,165 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 50,654 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 50,653 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 49,886 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 49,195 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 48,439 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 47,484 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 47,460 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on parking in line of drivers vision (8.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 46,606 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 45,728 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 44,770 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 44,149 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 42,958 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 41,607 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 39,610 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 35,770 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 31,102 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 31,102 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 29,101 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 24,298 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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HY52 KPX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HY52 KPX, 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

How do I check the history of HY52 KPX?

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What year was HY52 KPX registered?

HY52 KPX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is HY52 KPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY52 KPX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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