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LJ52 AUU

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

114,032 mi
Last recorded114,032 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 AUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 114,032 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Near side and off side front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Head lamp lenses becoming deteriorated

Pass 14 Jan 2025 111,864 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 6 Jan 2025 111,819 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 111,807 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlamp lens slightly defective both have an ingress of water (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 111,056 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both have an ingress of water (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 110,735 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 108,832 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 103,715 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 96,691 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 93,122 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 86,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 78,504 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 70,192 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 63,661 miles

nearside front tyre slight age cracking.

Pass 9 Oct 2012 57,117 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 51,986 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 48,059 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 43,291 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 38,690 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 33,769 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 33,769 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 27,297 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 19,969 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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LJ52 AUU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LJ52 AUU, 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 LJ52 AUU registered?

LJ52 AUU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 November 2002.

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The MOT history for LJ52 AUU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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