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EP51 FRU

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,814 mi
Last recorded62,814 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP51 FRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 62,814 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2025 62,457 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 60,693 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From rocker covers (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Apr 2024 60,636 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From rocker covers (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 56,671 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 54,315 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 52,781 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 52,781 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 50,715 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 50,096 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 49,760 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 49,760 miles

Nearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 47,834 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 45,179 miles

under covers fitted

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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EP51 FRU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 EP51 FRU, 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 EP51 FRU?

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What year was EP51 FRU registered?

EP51 FRU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is EP51 FRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP51 FRU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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