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GD02 WDP

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

131,826 mi
Last recorded131,826 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD02 WDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 131,826 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 131,826 miles

Central Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2021 129,481 miles

suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 28 Aug 2020 127,406 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 126,062 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 125,577 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 116,324 miles

brake pipes corroded

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 7 Feb 2017 116,321 miles

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

brake pipes corroded

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 29 Jan 2016 107,657 miles

front springs corroded

front tyres worn

Fail 2 Feb 2015 99,406 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 99,406 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 92,538 miles

all brake pipes coroded

wipers worn

Fail 29 Jan 2014 92,538 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all brake pipes coroded

wipers worn

Pass 5 Feb 2013 87,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S Headlamp -- internal condensation on lens

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Feb 2013 87,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S Headlamp -- internal condensation on lens

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2012 82,169 miles

exaustcorroded

Fail 3 Feb 2012 82,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exaustcorroded

Pass 25 Jan 2011 74,644 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 65,404 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 65,382 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 62,630 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 59,758 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 57,594 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 57,594 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2007 57,437 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 56,210 miles

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

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

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 WDP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GD02 WDP, 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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GD02 WDP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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