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NG51 XFJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

133,858 mi
Last recorded133,858 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG51 XFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 133,858 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Differential leaking

Pass 7 Apr 2021 128,198 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 128,198 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 125,628 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 125,628 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 122,111 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 116,716 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Mar 2018 116,716 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 111,358 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Mar 2016 110,156 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 108,335 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 106,605 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 104,044 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 100,753 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 96,021 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 91,961 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 88,697 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 84,588 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 78,317 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 73,216 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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NG51 XFJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 NG51 XFJ, 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 NG51 XFJ registered?

NG51 XFJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 January 2002.

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