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DY02 PSX

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

110,060 mi
Last recorded110,060 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 PSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 110,060 miles

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

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))

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

Rear suspension corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2023 101,728 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

suspension components corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2023

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

suspension components corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2022 94,152 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

suspension components corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2021 91,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 91,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 91,572 miles

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

Rear silencer corroded

Rear slight corrosion rear suspension

Pass 10 Sep 2018 89,275 miles

Front Advise both front wipers , incorrect support mount clips used

Front Advise slight play in steering box

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 83,767 miles

Head lamp lenses slightly deteriorated.

Slight corrosion on underside of vehicle.

Fail 2 Oct 2017 83,767 miles

Head lamp lenses slightly deteriorated.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Slight corrosion on underside of vehicle.

Pass 8 Sep 2016 77,132 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 77,132 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 70,021 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 62,907 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 62,907 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 59,667 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 57,671 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 54,120 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 54,120 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 50,759 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 47,705 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 47,705 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 24 Jul 2008 44,279 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 41,219 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 39,640 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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DY02 PSX 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 76%.

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 DY02 PSX, 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 DY02 PSX registered?

DY02 PSX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is DY02 PSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 PSX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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