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LN51 VLS

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,124 mi
Last recorded39,124 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 VLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 39,124 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 38,923 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both have slight water inside (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 38,665 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 38,665 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2018 38,106 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 37,320 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 37,320 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 36,041 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 36,041 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 34,488 miles

e m I stays on

Pass 5 Dec 2014 32,368 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 30,206 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 28,114 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 26,528 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 24,591 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 22,144 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 22,144 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 19,180 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 16,728 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 13,891 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 10,906 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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LN51 VLS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LN51 VLS, 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 LN51 VLS registered?

LN51 VLS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is LN51 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 VLS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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