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DW52 SLK

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

72,805 mi
Last recorded72,805 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDW52 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 72,805 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 72,261 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 71,850 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 71,380 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 71,380 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 70,476 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 69,254 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 69,254 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 68,219 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2017 68,215 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 66,966 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 66,965 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 65,825 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 64,082 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 64,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2013 62,220 miles

centre exhaust section outer casing is corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2012 58,746 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 53,882 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 49,292 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 44,642 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 40,410 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 32,877 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 24,330 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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DW52 SLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DW52 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DW52 SLK?

You can check the full history of DW52 SLK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DW52 SLK registered?

DW52 SLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is DW52 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DW52 SLK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DW52 SLK have outstanding finance?

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