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WM51 VHC

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

99,991 mi
Last recorded99,991 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM51 VHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2023 99,991 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front discs corroded

trays and covers fitted

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2018 98,849 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear in areas (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm & wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm & worn on inner edge getting close to inner cords 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

possible fuel filter not fully secure undercover fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 6 Dec 2018 98,821 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Service brake lagging in operation both rear (1.2.1 (d))

Coil spring corroded both rear in areas (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm & wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm & worn on inner edge getting close to inner cords 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

possible fuel filter not fully secure undercover fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 30 May 2017 95,350 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Jun 2016 91,462 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 91,462 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 88,831 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2015 88,828 miles

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 85,512 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 75,390 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 66,660 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 63,196 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 63,195 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 56,565 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 49,651 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 45,877 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 40,253 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 33,417 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 32,984 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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WM51 VHC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VHC, 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.

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What year was WM51 VHC registered?

WM51 VHC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is WM51 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM51 VHC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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