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FB02 MVN

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,020 mi
Last recorded104,020 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 MVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 104,020 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 95,827 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

slight play in steering linkage

Pass 18 Dec 2020 90,323 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2020 90,323 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 78,700 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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 8 Jun 2019 78,700 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 72,419 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 72,419 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 69,802 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 65,801 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 61,609 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,801 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 59,800 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 58,784 miles

oil leak from gearbox

Fail 17 Oct 2013 58,782 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 30 Oct 2012 54,322 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 54,322 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 50,371 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 47,170 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 43,103 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 40,614 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 35,193 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,464 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 25,340 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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FB02 MVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FB02 MVN, 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.

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What year was FB02 MVN registered?

FB02 MVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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