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KR51 PXA

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,502 mi
Last recorded80,502 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 PXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2023 80,502 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 80,502 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 78,123 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 76,817 miles

Front Drive belt worn, but not excessively starting to crack (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Lower steering damper seeping oil. yellow chalk.

Front Wipers worn/split @ends.

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch liner deteriorated & loose.

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 both sides (4.4.3 (a))

x4 wheel arches slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2020 74,744 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2020 74,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 73,278 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 73,278 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2017 69,365 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 67,276 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/15 worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded & offside rear (2.4.C.1b)

Rear diff leaks oil

exhaust corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2016 67,276 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively & offside front (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/15 worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded & offside rear (2.4.C.1b)

Rear diff leaks oil

exhaust corroded

Fail 23 Feb 2016 67,265 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre nail

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2015 65,216 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 63,316 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 61,161 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 60,916 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 56,299 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 50,991 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2008 46,323 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 46,323 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 41,545 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 34,700 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KR51 PXA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KR51 PXA, 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 KR51 PXA registered?

KR51 PXA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is KR51 PXA safe to buy?

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