£1,375
1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor (R170)
United Kingdom • 13 Sept 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1997 Mercedes SLK230 Kompressor is a rare find, boasting a factory-fitted AMG Sport Package and a unique two-tone red and black leather interior. With just one lady owner since 1999 and 114,686 miles, it shows well for its age, though there are some cosmetic blemishes and minor bubbling typical of the model.
Condition
6
The car presents generally well for its age with a few blemishes to the paint and minor bubbling typical of the model. There is also a split to the front under apron and typical wear to the red centre console.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WDB1704472F012658
Chassis No:
Odometer:
114,686 miles
P303GPE
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description One lady owner since 1999; one of the earliest SLK230 Kompressors factory fitted with AMG Sport Pack bodykit and wheels with two-tone interior Dating from March 1997, this early first generation R170 series Mercedes SLK230 Kompressor comes to us finished in Silver wearing the desirable factory fit AMG Sport Package featuring AMG body kit, AMG chromed tipped exhaust pipes, 17” AMG five-spoke alloy wheels and looks rather beefy as a result.
Under the bonnet, we find the 2.3-litre M111.973 supercharged four-cylinder petrol engine which develops 190bhp and a whopping 280NM of torque giving the little SLK surprising performance and good economy.
Drive is sent to the rear wheels via five-speed automatic transmission.
Inside, we find a cost option ‘Designo’ two-tone Red and Black leather interior, carbon trim, white dials, cruise control, electric windows, electric mirrors, electric folding roof with heated glass rear screen, original radio/CD player, traction control, two-stag...
Points of note
£480
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,503
Median Price (Since 2020)
£22,234
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on May 08 2024
Latest MOT Mileage
113,549 miles
Registration Date
1997-03-27
MOT History
Passed
On May 09 2023 with 113,549 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front + Rear. (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Oct 12 2021 with 110,858 miles
Failed
On Oct 12 2021 with 110,858 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Oct 12 2020 with 108,701 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- both front wheel arches corroded but not holed
Failed
On Oct 12 2020 with 108,701 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- both front wheel arches corroded but not holed
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Oct 08 2019 with 107,023 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- front wheel arches corroded
Failed
On Oct 08 2019 with 107,023 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- front wheel arches corroded
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Oct 10 2018 with 104,958 miles
Failed
On Oct 10 2018 with 104,958 miles
There were 2 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
- (Dangerous) Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Sep 28 2017 with 102,840 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- metal engine undertray corroded
Passed
On Sep 26 2016 with 100,653 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed
On Oct 12 2015 with 98,406 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Sep 17 2014 with 95,759 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed
On Sep 16 2014 with 95,757 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Advisory:
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Oct 03 2013 with 94,336 miles
Failed
On Oct 03 2013 with 94,336 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Passed
On Sep 28 2012 with 92,413 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed
On Sep 24 2012 with 92,413 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Oct 04 2011 with 85,322 miles
Failed
On Oct 04 2011 with 85,322 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Passed
On Oct 15 2010 with 78,731 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Offside rear tyre worn in centre - 245/40x17
Failed
On Oct 15 2010 with 78,731 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
User Entered:
- Offside rear tyre worn in centre - 245/40x17
Passed
On Oct 08 2009 with 71,010 miles
Passed
On Oct 06 2008 with 64,803 miles
Passed
On Sep 24 2007 with 57,131 miles
Failed
On Sep 22 2007 with 57,026 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On Sep 19 2006 with 45,300 miles
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