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LA51 KFK

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,771 mi
Last recorded66,771 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 KFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 66,771 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 66,771 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2025 63,827 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 63,827 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 59,837 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 57,311 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 13 Apr 2022 54,461 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 13 Apr 2022 54,461 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure pirelli cinturato p7 245 / 40 r 17 91 w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 21 Apr 2021 52,118 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 20 Apr 2021 52,118 miles

Central Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 10 Mar 2020 50,137 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 50,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

condensation on offside front headlamp

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 13 Feb 2019 47,741 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 47,740 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 45,463 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 43,687 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 41,379 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 38,443 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 35,495 miles

Both headlamps have condensation inside them.

Front discs lipping.

Front pads wearing low.

Fail 9 Jan 2014 35,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both headlamps have condensation inside them.

Front discs lipping.

Front pads wearing low.

Pass 21 Dec 2012 31,475 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 31,371 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 27,356 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 22,890 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 17,259 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 12,748 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 11,124 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 10,392 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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LA51 KFK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LA51 KFK, 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 LA51 KFK registered?

LA51 KFK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 January 2002.

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