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KW02 SXB

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

112,257 mi
Last recorded112,257 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW02 SXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 112,257 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH sides on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 112,257 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH sides on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 105,382 miles

Prop shaft central bush worn/deteriorated

Pass 31 Oct 2020 101,433 miles

plastic covers over outer sills

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2019 98,425 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Oct 2019 98,426 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2018 92,586 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

plastic covers over outer sills

Pass 3 Oct 2017 88,434 miles

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

off side front brake slightly binding

Fail 3 Oct 2017 88,434 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

off side front brake slightly binding

Pass 11 Oct 2016 82,739 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 80,039 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 74,561 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 68,128 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 68,042 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 61,683 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 55,728 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 49,238 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 43,097 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 39,333 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 37,715 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 33,898 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 33,898 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 28,840 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2005 24,841 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 24,710 miles

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

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

advise o/s/f tyre tread low on outer edge 205/55/16

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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KW02 SXB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 KW02 SXB, 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 KW02 SXB registered?

KW02 SXB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 August 2002.

Is KW02 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW02 SXB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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