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RD02 FUT

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

28,969 mi
Last recorded28,969 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD02 FUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 28,969 miles

Condensation In Nearside Headlamp

Fail 24 Feb 2026 28,969 miles

Condensation In Nearside Headlamp

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 28,089 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 28,082 miles

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

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 27,908 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 27,580 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

offside rear jacking point rubber missing

Pass 29 Oct 2021 27,279 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear jacking point rubber missing

Pass 21 Sep 2020 25,507 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front indicator lens damaged

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

Offside Rear jacking point rubber missing

Pass 11 May 2019 24,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 24,169 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 23,632 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 23,145 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 23,145 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,315 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2013 21,629 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2012 20,678 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 19,932 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 18,721 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 16,996 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 15,118 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 13,680 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 12,605 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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RD02 FUT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 3,199cc 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 RD02 FUT, 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 RD02 FUT registered?

RD02 FUT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is RD02 FUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD02 FUT 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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