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WM51 FWY

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

84,161 mi
Last recorded84,161 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM51 FWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2024 84,161 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s rear flexible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s rear in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of body around subframe mounts,subframes and suspension components corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2023 82,969 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s fronts inner & outer (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 82,969 miles

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

Offside Rear Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s fronts inner & outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 77,646 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 76,992 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 76,992 miles

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

Nail in tyre bolt in o/s rear ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 76,112 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 76,112 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 74,965 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 73,847 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 71,906 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 71,906 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 69,769 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 69,769 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 68,192 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 65,784 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 65,784 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 62,749 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 59,858 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 59,858 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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 12 Jan 2011 55,548 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 55,548 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 52,926 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 47,898 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 47,898 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres starting to lose shape

o/s rear tyre sidewall starting to perish

Pass 14 Jan 2008 42,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 35,683 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 24,349 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 24,048 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit !!!!!

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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WM51 FWY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 WM51 FWY, 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 WM51 FWY registered?

WM51 FWY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is WM51 FWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM51 FWY shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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