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RF02 JFV

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,647 mi
Last recorded51,647 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 JFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 51,647 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 50,865 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 50,487 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 50,075 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2022 49,211 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 48,427 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 48,137 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 47,305 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 46,571 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 45,484 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 45,060 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 43,942 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,827 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 39,197 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 39,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 38,589 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 37,710 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 36,278 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 35,909 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 35,014 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 35,014 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 34,188 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,188 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 33,604 miles

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

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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RF02 JFV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RF02 JFV, 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 RF02 JFV?

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What year was RF02 JFV registered?

RF02 JFV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is RF02 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 JFV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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