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RY51 OGW

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,969 mi
Last recorded56,969 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY51 OGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 56,969 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 56,706 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 55,625 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 54,818 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 54,818 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 52,995 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 51,885 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 50,742 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 50,738 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 49,721 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 47,369 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 45,071 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 42,189 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 40,653 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 37,626 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 36,619 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 34,287 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 31,568 miles

unable to check fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 19 Jan 2010 29,072 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 26,708 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 26,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 24,185 miles

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

Oil leak

rear number plate water ingress (advise)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 21,262 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 17,678 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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RY51 OGW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc 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 RY51 OGW, 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 OGW registered?

RY51 OGW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is RY51 OGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY51 OGW 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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