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KM02 SVJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,934 mi
Last recorded157,934 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM02 SVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 157,934 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion on exhaust silencer

Pass 18 May 2018 155,759 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 154,911 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 154,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 152,171 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 152,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 146,297 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 136,682 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 123,436 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 119,924 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 119,924 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 107,080 miles

all four tyres are slightly perished

Pass 16 Mar 2010 97,598 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 97,598 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 94,352 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside and offside rear and offside front tyres cracking

Pass 6 Aug 2008 88,249 miles

front tyres cracking in between tread

Pass 8 Aug 2007 83,446 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 77,294 miles

all four tyres cracking on tread face

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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KM02 SVJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KM02 SVJ, 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 KM02 SVJ?

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What year was KM02 SVJ registered?

KM02 SVJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is KM02 SVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM02 SVJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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