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BG52 PHX

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

33,533 mi
Last recorded33,533 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 PHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 33,533 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 27,562 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 27,222 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 26,637 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 26,230 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 26,230 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 26,024 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 25,534 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 25,008 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 24,590 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 24,013 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 23,019 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 22,416 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2014 21,550 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 20,613 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 18,941 miles

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)

Pass 7 May 2011 17,649 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,325 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 14,865 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 13,649 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 12,142 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 10,268 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 7,254 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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BG52 PHX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BG52 PHX, 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 BG52 PHX registered?

BG52 PHX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is BG52 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 PHX shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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