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EK02 ZVE

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

103,338 mi
Last recorded103,338 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK02 ZVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 103,338 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Jan 2026 103,180 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 97,105 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 92,308 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2023 92,307 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 84,778 miles

Central Middle exhaust silencer casing deterioted

Pass 3 Jun 2021 75,843 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 75,320 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 74,814 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2018 74,811 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn suspension bottom ball joint excessive wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 74,255 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 72,709 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 67,699 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 63,451 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 62,977 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 62,977 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 62,529 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 55,773 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 49,029 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 43,930 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 40,345 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 35,704 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 30,879 miles

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

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

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

Offside 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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EK02 ZVE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EK02 ZVE, 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 EK02 ZVE registered?

EK02 ZVE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 June 2002.

Is EK02 ZVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK02 ZVE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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