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KH52 SLK

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

116,569 mi
Last recorded116,569 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH52 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 116,569 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Jun 2021 109,694 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 98,278 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 90,167 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 80,644 miles

Central center box exhaust deterated

Nearside Rear tyre worn low

Pass 3 Jul 2017 63,971 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 63,971 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Wipers not fully tested due to fault with washers

Pass 23 Jun 2016 53,295 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 41,952 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 39,163 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 39,163 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 35,738 miles

WARNING: ALL road tyres on vehicle are deteriorating large cracks forming on outer side walls.

Fail 28 Jun 2013 35,738 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

WARNING: ALL road tyres on vehicle are deteriorating large cracks forming on outer side walls.

Fail 29 Jun 2012 33,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 33,120 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 31,208 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 31,208 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2010 30,391 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 28,999 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 28,998 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 26,517 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 22,900 miles

front under tray loose

Pass 14 Nov 2005 16,357 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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KH52 SLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 KH52 SLK, 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 KH52 SLK?

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What year was KH52 SLK registered?

KH52 SLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is KH52 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH52 SLK shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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