£1,534
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Kompressor Auto
United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 145
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Kompressor has low mileage for its age, a comprehensive service history, and a recent MOT. While it presents well overall, potential buyers should be aware of the noted surface corrosion, a common issue for this model.
Condition
6
The car is described as being in overall good condition cosmetically, but with surface corrosion typical for its age and model. Mechanically, it appears well-maintained with a comprehensive service history and recent repairs, but some reconditioning may still be required due to the age and wear.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WDB1704492F271230
Chassis No:
Odometer:
72,352 miles
CW02 UER
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Presented here is a well-cared-for example of Mercedes-Benz’s first-generation SLK, a model that famously introduced the Vario-Roof folding hardtop, combining the comfort and security of a coupé with the enjoyment of open-top motoring at the press of a button.
First registered in 2002, this SLK has had just two former keepers.
The current owner acquired the car in 2020, at which point the odometer showed approximately 35,000 miles, suggesting relatively light and sympathetic use during the past four years.
The car is accompanied by a comprehensive service and maintenance history.
The service book contains 11 stamps up to 30,000 miles in 2019, with nine services carried out by Hewitts, a respected Mercedes-Benz specialist.
Further supporting invoices evidence continued investment and upkeep, including: Cosmetically, the car is well presented overall, with the caveat that there are a few areas of surface corrosion, a common and well-documented characteristic of the R170 SLK and very...
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£480
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,485
Median Price (Since 2020)
£22,234
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Sales
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jul 31 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
71,325 miles
Registration Date
2002-06-27
MOT History
Passed
On Jul 09 2025 with 71,325 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On Jul 29 2024 with 67,987 miles
Passed
On Aug 01 2023 with 64,152 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Failed
On Aug 01 2023 with 64,152 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Advisory:
- mil lamp on
- Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Passed
On Sep 12 2022 with 61,069 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On Sep 17 2021 with 43,261 miles
Failed
On Sep 17 2021 with 43,261 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Passed
On Oct 19 2020 with 31,314 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- continental headlamps fitted to vehicle
Failed
On Oct 09 2020 with 31,314 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory:
- continental headlamps fitted to vehicle
Passed
On Mar 27 2019 with 30,240 miles
Failed
On Mar 26 2019 with 30,240 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Major:
- Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed
On Apr 06 2018 with 30,089 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- underside of car very corroded.
- Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed
On Apr 10 2017 with 29,883 miles
Failed
On Apr 10 2017 with 29,875 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Apr 05 2016 with 29,566 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust Corroded
- Fuel Pipes Corroded
- Brake Discs Corroded
Passed
On Mar 27 2015 with 29,066 miles
There were 2 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Advisory:
- Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
User Entered:
- (Dangerous) all four tyres are cracked and perished
Passed
On Apr 01 2014 with 28,402 miles
Passed
On Apr 08 2013 with 27,774 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
User Entered:
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
Passed
On Apr 10 2012 with 26,947 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed
On Apr 12 2011 with 25,965 miles
Failed
On Apr 12 2011 with 25,958 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Passed
On Jun 18 2010 with 25,472 miles
Passed
On Jun 22 2009 with 23,898 miles
Passed
On Jun 24 2008 with 21,633 miles
Passed
On Jun 26 2007 with 18,585 miles
Passed
On Jun 26 2006 with 16,556 miles
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