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PG02 XOJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,196 mi
Last recorded71,196 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG02 XOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 71,196 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jul 2026 71,196 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 70,975 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 70,618 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 69,890 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2023 69,890 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2022 69,762 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2022 69,762 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure N/S AND O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 May 2021 69,401 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 69,226 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 May 2020 69,226 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 68,335 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 66,737 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 66,737 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S & O/S FRONT (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 64,563 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre inner wall

Pass 16 Mar 2016 61,300 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 59,426 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 57,441 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 57,441 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 55,473 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 55,473 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 53,174 miles

keep check on front to rear brake pipes & fuel pipes for condition.

Pass 6 Apr 2011 49,741 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 49,741 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 47,778 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 44,561 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak at differential casing.

Washer bottle holed.

Pass 9 Jun 2008 38,162 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 38,052 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 29,135 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 19,068 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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PG02 XOJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PG02 XOJ, 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 PG02 XOJ registered?

PG02 XOJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 August 2002.

Is PG02 XOJ safe to buy?

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