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P241 AFE

1996 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,145 mi
Last recorded91,145 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk88,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP241 AFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2009 91,145 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 91,145 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 87,427 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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P241 AFE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 88,515 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 P241 AFE, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P241 AFE?

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What year was P241 AFE registered?

P241 AFE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P241 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P241 AFE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P241 AFE have outstanding finance?

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