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DB52 SLK

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,756 mi
Last recorded84,756 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB52 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 84,756 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body support mounting bar area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

front and rear body support bars corroded

rear metal fuel pipe corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2024 83,510 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 83,510 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 81,463 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 79,708 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 78,035 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 77,464 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 75,852 miles

Coolant pump bearing worn

Washer bottle leaking near top

Fail 22 Oct 2019 75,852 miles

Coolant pump bearing worn

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Washer bottle leaking near top

Pass 17 Oct 2018 73,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged interior rear view delaminating (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 71,586 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 69,317 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 69,317 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported GEARBOX MOUNT (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 67,665 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 64,874 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 61,440 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 58,643 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 54,280 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 50,467 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,285 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 43,735 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 37,860 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 32,743 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 27,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DB52 SLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DB52 SLK, 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.

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What year was DB52 SLK registered?

DB52 SLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 October 2002.

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