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J40 GBD

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,967 mi
Last recorded27,967 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 GBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 May 2026 27,967 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 27,953 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 27,593 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 27,589 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 27,584 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 27,390 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 27,087 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 26,648 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 23,586 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 21,894 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 21,446 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 19,133 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 15,261 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 13,046 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 11,668 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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J40 GBD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J40 GBD, 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 J40 GBD registered?

J40 GBD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2002.

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