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WV52 HXN

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,777 mi
Last recorded28,777 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 HXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 28,777 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 28,775 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 28,676 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 28,626 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 28,626 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid offside (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 28,431 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

car tested while underside wet

Pass 2 Nov 2015 28,239 miles

parking brake eff. only just met

Pass 30 Oct 2014 27,557 miles

n/s lamp has slight moisture build up in it

slight oil leak near gearbox area

Pass 10 Sep 2013 24,734 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 20,420 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 20,409 miles

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

3 other tyres apart from n/s/rear in poor condition advise replacement. Brake pad warning light coming on when brake applied advise attention soon.

Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,478 miles

ADVISE, both rear tyres perishing on inner & outter tyre walls.

ADVISE, rear centre brake light has 2 led's inop.

Pass 25 Mar 2009 15,442 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 12,346 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 10,930 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 10,930 miles

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

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 6,630 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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WV52 HXN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WV52 HXN, 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 WV52 HXN registered?

WV52 HXN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 November 2002.

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The MOT history for WV52 HXN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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