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RX02 ECT

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

108,149 mi
Last recorded108,149 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 ECT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 108,149 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 99,547 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 98,584 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 97,737 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 97,662 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 96,542 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 95,823 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 94,429 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 93,939 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 92,969 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 91,210 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 89,702 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 89,702 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 87,552 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 85,532 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 82,429 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 76,510 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 68,281 miles

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

washer jets blocked

Pass 24 Jul 2008 59,380 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 49,194 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 38,143 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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RX02 ECT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 RX02 ECT, 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 RX02 ECT registered?

RX02 ECT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is RX02 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 ECT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX02 ECT have outstanding finance?

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