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LE02 VWM

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

77,306 mi
Last recorded77,306 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE02 VWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Dec 2023 77,306 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 77,218 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 74,398 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 74,389 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 74,383 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 72,616 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lenses have a small patch that has been over heated by incorrect bulb type for light (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021 72,563 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded where pipe meets flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system where pipe meets flexi hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lenses have a small patch that has been over heated by incorrect bulb type for light (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe that meets flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 68,624 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 62,004 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer tyre wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread grooves. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 54,980 miles

Nearside Front TYRE SCRUBBED

Nearside Outer N/S FRONT AND REAR TYRE WALLS PERISHED

Pass 7 Mar 2017 54,210 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 53,497 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly scrubbed

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

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres perished

Pass 4 Mar 2015 52,495 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 51,181 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 51,181 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 47,706 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 47,706 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 47,418 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 45,002 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 40,355 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

covers over sills and rear coil springs mounts unable to see all testable items

Pass 23 Jun 2009 37,057 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 31,997 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 26,541 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 22,409 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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LE02 VWM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 LE02 VWM, 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.

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What year was LE02 VWM registered?

LE02 VWM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 May 2002.

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