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GD02 UWP

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,490 mi
Last recorded40,490 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD02 UWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 40,490 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2024 32,905 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 32,352 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 30,885 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 29,994 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 29,632 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 28,716 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 27,605 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 26,556 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 25,444 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 23,808 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 23,808 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 22,083 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 22,083 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 20,357 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 18,777 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 16,719 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 14,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 14,314 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 11,955 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 9,905 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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GD02 UWP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GD02 UWP, 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 GD02 UWP registered?

GD02 UWP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is GD02 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD02 UWP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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