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KS51 DHY

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

150,076 mi
Last recorded150,076 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 DHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 150,076 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 145,955 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and rear heat shield (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 139,851 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

uneven tyre wear

Pass 26 Apr 2019 132,126 miles

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

exhaust rattle cat

Pass 27 Apr 2018 120,592 miles

body rust

Pass 26 Apr 2017 109,251 miles

tyres , sun visor , boot stay arms weak , nsf headlight

Pass 25 Apr 2016 107,834 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 99,384 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 89,161 miles

rear tyres , brake pipes

Pass 23 Apr 2013 78,752 miles

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 68,266 miles

four wheel alignment

Fail 21 Apr 2012 68,232 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

four wheel alignment

Pass 5 Apr 2011 57,198 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 53,300 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 49,843 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 43,639 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 36,987 miles

reartyres treads low

Pass 23 Jan 2006 28,977 miles

o/s/r tyre 2mm min 1.6mm

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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KS51 DHY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KS51 DHY, 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 KS51 DHY?

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What year was KS51 DHY registered?

KS51 DHY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is KS51 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 DHY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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