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OE02 YUS

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

83,131 mi
Last recorded83,131 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 YUS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 83,131 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 83,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 83,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 83,098 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 83,066 miles

both headlights full of condensation

Pass 21 Nov 2018 83,034 miles

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

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

both headlights full of condensation

Fail 21 Nov 2018 83,034 miles

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

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

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

both headlights full of condensation

Pass 28 Nov 2017 83,011 miles

Exhaust system poor

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

centre exhaust mount broken

Pass 30 Nov 2016 82,990 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 80,981 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 80,981 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2015 70,333 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 70,333 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

engine management light on

Pass 27 Nov 2014 67,439 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine emissions fluctuating,just passed test.

engine warning light on

exhaust system corroding

Fail 21 Nov 2014 67,411 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Engine light staying on

Exhaust system coroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight play in steering box

Pass 16 Nov 2013 60,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 52,398 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 52,322 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 46,841 miles

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

slight wear to front brake discs

Pass 5 Nov 2010 43,525 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 39,472 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 33,968 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 29,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Nov 2007 29,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 22,250 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 16,483 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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OE02 YUS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 OE02 YUS, 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 OE02 YUS registered?

OE02 YUS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 7 May 2002.

Is OE02 YUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE02 YUS shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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