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KS02 CJJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

110,459 mi
Last recorded110,459 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS02 CJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 110,459 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

engine management light on

vehicle underbody weld repairs and undersealed

Fail 25 Sep 2025 110,432 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (at front of arch) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (at front of arch) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine management light on

Pass 30 Sep 2024 108,771 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust tail pipe corroding

Fail 30 Sep 2024 108,771 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust tail pipe corroding

Pass 28 Sep 2023 104,900 miles

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe, most front both mounts corroded on chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 101,246 miles

engine management light on

Pass 1 Oct 2021 98,526 miles

engine management light on

Pass 28 Sep 2020 95,581 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 95,581 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 90,201 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 86,559 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 81,902 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 81,902 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 77,862 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 72,721 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 64,569 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 59,467 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 55,336 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 53,818 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 52,068 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 48,706 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 48,706 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 Jan 2008 44,978 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 44,978 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 38,551 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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KS02 CJJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 KS02 CJJ, 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 KS02 CJJ registered?

KS02 CJJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is KS02 CJJ safe to buy?

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