CarVerify

Free Car Check

PL51 JVN

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,123 mi
Last recorded136,123 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL51 JVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 136,123 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 130,862 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 130,862 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 125,127 miles

Engine management light illuminated.

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and starting to crack (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre damaged, perished and cracking on both edges.

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and cracking slightly.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Wheel arch corroded.

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracking slightly

Oil leak Engine ()

Oil leak Rear differential. ()

Rear exhaust heat shield loose but not insecure.

Underside of vehicle slight corrosion.

slight play in steering box/steering damper

Fail 27 Jan 2018 125,053 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine management light illuminated.

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and starting to crack (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre damaged, perished and cracking on both edges.

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and cracking slightly.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Wheel arch corroded.

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracking slightly

Oil leak Engine ()

Oil leak Rear differential. ()

Rear exhaust heat shield loose but not insecure.

Underside of vehicle slight corrosion.

slight play in steering box/steering damper

Pass 9 Feb 2017 119,465 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 110,957 miles

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

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

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

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 16 Jan 2016 110,957 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 22 Nov 2014 102,838 miles

rear brake hoses starting to perish

slight corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

Fail 22 Nov 2014 102,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

rear brake hoses starting to perish

slight corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

Pass 22 Nov 2013 97,389 miles

corrosion on exhaust

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

rear brake pads low

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 19 Nov 2012 93,209 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 89,604 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 84,791 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 19 Nov 2009 75,456 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 66,465 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 58,167 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 50,528 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 50,528 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 Nov 2005 40,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 40,149 miles

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

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
Full Mercedes-benz Slk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PL51 JVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PL51 JVN, 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 PL51 JVN?

You can check the full history of PL51 JVN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PL51 JVN registered?

PL51 JVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 January 2002.

Is PL51 JVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL51 JVN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL51 JVN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PL51 JVN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.