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R60 SCP

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,972 mi
Last recorded99,972 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR60 SCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 99,972 miles

Engine management lamp illuminated

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

slight play in steering idlers

Pass 1 Apr 2025 97,163 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively All (1.2.1 (e))

Slight play in steering idlers

Pass 3 Apr 2024 96,999 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

slight play in steering idlers

Pass 9 Nov 2022 95,974 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 95,972 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 93,085 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (in clips) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2021 93,081 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (in clips) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 92,048 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 89,419 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 87,733 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 85,643 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 83,353 miles

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

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 83,353 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 78,004 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 73,863 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2011 69,464 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 69,464 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake discs are corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2009 66,250 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 59,630 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 52,865 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 45,655 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 37,932 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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R60 SCP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R60 SCP, 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 R60 SCP registered?

R60 SCP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is R60 SCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R60 SCP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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