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PA02 AVF

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

106,058 mi
Last recorded106,058 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA02 AVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 106,058 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 101,586 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 97,677 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 96,170 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 95,538 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 17 Apr 2019 92,473 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front tyre slightly perished and cracked

Offside Front tyre slightly perished and cacked

Pass 17 Apr 2018 88,202 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 84,352 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 83,897 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 75,231 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 67,840 miles

Oil leak

offside headlamp glass misted but no affecting beam image

Pass 24 Oct 2012 64,911 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 62,929 miles

front discs slightly pitted

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in rack ends

Fail 14 Nov 2011 62,929 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front discs slightly pitted

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in rack ends

Pass 9 Mar 2011 61,329 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 61,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 57,168 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 49,153 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 39,718 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 39,718 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 38,730 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 37,162 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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PA02 AVF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc 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 PA02 AVF, 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 PA02 AVF?

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What year was PA02 AVF registered?

PA02 AVF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is PA02 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA02 AVF 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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