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LF52 HVM

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

116,497 mi
Last recorded116,497 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 HVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 116,497 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 116,285 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 116,069 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 115,603 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 114,805 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 113,191 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 112,568 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 110,480 miles

Suspension component ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 107,675 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 105,185 miles

exhaust system rusted

Fail 18 Sep 2017 105,129 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

exhaust system rusted

Pass 21 Sep 2016 101,560 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 15 Aug 2015 85,665 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 70,640 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 53,732 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 36,407 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 12,377 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 10,741 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 9,404 miles

offside door mirror starting to deteriorate

Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,925 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 8,049 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 6,982 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 5,815 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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LF52 HVM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 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 LF52 HVM, 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 LF52 HVM registered?

LF52 HVM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 September 2002.

Is LF52 HVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 HVM shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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