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LN52 OTH

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

123,586 mi
Last recorded123,586 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN52 OTH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 123,586 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 123,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 120,575 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 120,265 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 117,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 112,278 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2016 112,278 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working connecter missing (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 20 May 2015 109,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 105,075 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 105,075 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2013 101,901 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside front tyre outter sidewall damaged

rear exhaust mounting broken but exhaust still secure

Fail 9 May 2013 101,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak

nearside front tyre outter sidewall damaged

rear exhaust mounting broken but exhaust still secure

Pass 4 May 2012 96,883 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 91,433 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 83,903 miles

N/S/F Jacking rubber missing

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 77,851 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 74,011 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 71,527 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 69,431 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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LN52 OTH is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LN52 OTH, 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 LN52 OTH registered?

LN52 OTH is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is LN52 OTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN52 OTH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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