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FM02 MXN

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,863 mi
Last recorded71,863 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 MXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 71,863 miles

Central exhaust close to prop shaft

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Aug 2026 71,863 miles

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

Central exhaust close to prop shaft

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 69,825 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 68,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 65,738 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 63,825 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 63,825 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 63,447 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 63,447 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2020 62,181 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 61,021 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 58,318 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 58,314 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 55,926 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 54,955 miles

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

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

both front tyres cracked on s/walls

Pass 26 Aug 2015 54,663 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,225 miles

Steering damper moist. Cleaned off, monitor.

Pass 5 Aug 2013 53,257 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 31 Aug 2012 51,047 miles

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

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

centre exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 9 May 2012 50,406 miles

N/S WIPER POOR CLEARING

Pass 11 May 2011 48,711 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 46,083 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear tyre also only 3mm tread

Pass 27 May 2009 41,781 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 41,781 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 35,696 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 30,719 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 30,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 20,871 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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FM02 MXN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 FM02 MXN, 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 FM02 MXN registered?

FM02 MXN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is FM02 MXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 MXN shows 28 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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