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LX52 LUP

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,314 mi
Last recorded75,314 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 LUP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 75,314 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 70,382 miles

front wiper blades worn

Fail 15 Sep 2016 70,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wiper blades worn

Pass 11 Sep 2015 65,086 miles

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)

offside headlamp has water ingress

Fail 7 Sep 2015 65,084 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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)

offside headlamp has water ingress

Pass 5 Jan 2015 61,501 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 55,732 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 55,732 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 53,065 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise all coil springs starting to corrode

advise auto gear box weeping

advise front brake pads starting wear low

advise rear number plate deteriorating

advise rear-centre exhaust sections out of align

Pass 9 Dec 2011 49,020 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 44,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 44,607 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 39,246 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 33,152 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 25,678 miles

N/S/R tyre is low on tread

O/S/R tyre is low on tread

Pass 18 Sep 2006 18,634 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 12,836 miles

rear number plate fading requires new

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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LX52 LUP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LX52 LUP, 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

How do I check the history of LX52 LUP?

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What year was LX52 LUP registered?

LX52 LUP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is LX52 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX52 LUP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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