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GV52 JVU

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,161 mi
Last recorded98,161 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 JVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 98,161 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 89,456 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 88,331 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 87,750 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 86,383 miles

centre exhaust joint has a bolt missing

Pass 23 Oct 2020 83,714 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 82,399 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 81,074 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 81,074 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 80,555 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 79,282 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 75,329 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 72,132 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 69,796 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 66,156 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 62,967 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 60,077 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 58,373 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 53,696 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 53,683 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 48,672 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 44,682 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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GV52 JVU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GV52 JVU, 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 GV52 JVU registered?

GV52 JVU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is GV52 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV52 JVU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV52 JVU have outstanding finance?

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