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SLZ 727

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,284 mi
Last recorded52,284 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 727
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 52,284 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 39,092 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 38,858 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 35,694 miles

Rear tyres are perished and cracking

Pass 13 May 2016 35,114 miles

perishing to both rear tyres.

Fail 13 May 2016 35,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

perishing to offside front and both rear tyres.

Pass 15 May 2015 34,416 miles

all four tyres heavily perished and cracked with age.

offside front wiperblade rubber deteriorated.

Pass 12 May 2014 33,816 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 33,149 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2012 32,695 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 31,913 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 30,906 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 29,856 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 28,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 28,514 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 26,013 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 25,970 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive 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 16 Jun 2006 23,476 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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SLZ 727 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SLZ 727, 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 SLZ 727 registered?

SLZ 727 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is SLZ 727 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 727 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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