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DD52 LYN

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

39,108 mi
Last recorded39,108 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDD52 LYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 39,108 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 38,817 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 38,400 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 38,164 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 37,721 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 37,449 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2021 37,446 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 36,814 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 36,126 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 35,058 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 33,683 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 31,964 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 30,173 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 30,173 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,798 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 26,187 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 24,943 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 24,943 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 23,275 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 6 Apr 2010 20,069 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 16,632 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 12,014 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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DD52 LYN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DD52 LYN, 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 DD52 LYN registered?

DD52 LYN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 December 2002.

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The MOT history for DD52 LYN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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