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RY51 OGL

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

66,083 mi
Last recorded66,083 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY51 OGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 66,083 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 61,892 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 60,950 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 Jan 2023 60,297 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 58,528 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 26 Jan 2021 57,789 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Jan 2020 57,003 miles

(Gearbox) oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2019 55,921 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 54,988 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 54,012 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 52,975 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 51,717 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jan 2015 51,713 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 47,746 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 46,305 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 43,785 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 41,586 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 39,172 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 36,790 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 34,257 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 28,761 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 28,761 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 23,695 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)

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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RY51 OGL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 RY51 OGL, 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 RY51 OGL registered?

RY51 OGL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 February 2002.

Is RY51 OGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY51 OGL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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