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SV52 ZTE

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

81,277 mi
Last recorded81,277 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 ZTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 81,277 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 76,995 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Fail 10 Nov 2022 76,994 miles

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

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted RETAINING CLIP NOT CORRECTLY FITTED (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

BULB FAILURE LAMP ILLUMINATED

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Pass 5 Nov 2021 66,812 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 65,838 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 65,624 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 65,624 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 64,273 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 63,180 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 62,327 miles

Central exhaust box outer skin corroded

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Nov 2015 60,780 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 58,579 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 56,992 miles

undertrays fitted at time of test.

Pass 5 Nov 2012 55,829 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 53,480 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 53,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 50,042 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 45,166 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 45,160 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

brake pedal slightly spongy

Pass 5 Nov 2008 38,866 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 33,679 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 27,718 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 27,702 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2006 25,956 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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SV52 ZTE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 SV52 ZTE, 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 SV52 ZTE registered?

SV52 ZTE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 November 2002.

Is SV52 ZTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV52 ZTE shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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