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FP52 MXD

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

142,461 mi
Last recorded142,461 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP52 MXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 142,461 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 142,451 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp has slight movement

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

Fail 13 Apr 2022 142,451 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp has slight movement

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 139,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Borderline pass - Replace asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge / side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 128,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 122,384 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2017 122,384 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 116,816 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 111,330 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 111,330 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 107,447 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Aug 2014 107,447 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 103,461 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Sep 2013 103,461 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2012 98,451 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2011 93,324 miles

centre exhaust corroding

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 21 Aug 2010 90,307 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 85,431 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008
Pass 30 Aug 2007 72,587 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 65,890 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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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FP52 MXD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FP52 MXD, 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 FP52 MXD registered?

FP52 MXD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is FP52 MXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP52 MXD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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