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P5 OPC

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,847 mi
Last recorded49,847 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 OPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 49,847 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 49,690 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 49,450 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 49,124 miles

eml on

Fail 29 Jul 2021 49,123 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

eml on

Pass 18 Aug 2020 48,700 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 47,936 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 47,936 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 46,626 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 45,669 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 44,271 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 43,358 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 42,370 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 42,369 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 40,563 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,418 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 36,167 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 34,494 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 32,427 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 29,704 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 27,334 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 24,470 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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P5 OPC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P5 OPC, 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

How do I check the history of P5 OPC?

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What year was P5 OPC registered?

P5 OPC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 October 2002.

Is P5 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 OPC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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