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DX52 PBF

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,899 mi
Last recorded58,899 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 PBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 58,899 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 56,698 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 56,698 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 55,555 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 54,610 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 52,094 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 49,364 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 47,971 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 46,945 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 46,945 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2018 46,020 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 44,516 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2017 44,516 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 41,900 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 38,565 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 36,535 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 36,534 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 34,461 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)

Fail 31 Mar 2012 32,362 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 32,362 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 31,178 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 28,992 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 27,033 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 24,768 miles

rear number plate starting to delaminate readable at time of test

Pass 4 Oct 2005 18,962 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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DX52 PBF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DX52 PBF, 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 DX52 PBF?

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What year was DX52 PBF registered?

DX52 PBF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is DX52 PBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 PBF shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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