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CX52 VTM

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

37,557 mi
Last recorded37,557 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 VTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 37,557 miles

All steering and suspension shows general surface corrosion

Exhaust corroding

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Rear Registration plate colour fading

Pass 10 Jun 2025 36,978 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Rear registration plate colour fading

Pass 24 May 2024 36,543 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 35,897 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Propshaft support bearing/ mount has wear

Rear registration plate colour fading

Pass 19 May 2022 35,506 miles

Nearside Front Head light lens has slight condensation in it.

Nearside Front Tyre has slight wear to outer edge, not to excess.

Pass 15 May 2021 34,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 27 May 2020 32,827 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 32,094 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 32,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 31,696 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 31,281 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,245 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 28,993 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 27,724 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 26,978 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 26,088 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 24,315 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 21,792 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 18,024 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 13,872 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 11,709 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 9,838 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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CX52 VTM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 CX52 VTM, 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 CX52 VTM registered?

CX52 VTM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is CX52 VTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 VTM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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