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HS02 RUW

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

90,384 mi
Last recorded90,384 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS02 RUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 90,384 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 89,194 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 88,928 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 88,925 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 86,884 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 85,283 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 82,206 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 79,943 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 May 2018 79,943 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2017 78,257 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 76,582 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 72,252 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 69,222 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 69,222 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 20 May 2013 65,531 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 63,104 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 58,114 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 54,434 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 51,073 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 51,073 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror not clearly visible from the drivers seat or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the driver's seat (8.1.1d)

Pass 19 May 2008 48,141 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)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 44,760 miles

Both N/S and O/S/R tyres wearing close to tread indicators.

Pass 3 Apr 2006 41,507 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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HS02 RUW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 HS02 RUW, 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 HS02 RUW registered?

HS02 RUW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is HS02 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS02 RUW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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