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SP52 DXT

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

70,792 mi
Last recorded70,792 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP52 DXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 70,792 miles

Engine management light on.

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Light lens damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 70,631 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 70,100 miles

slight exhaust rattle

Fail 19 Aug 2019 70,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

slight exhaust rattle

Pass 29 Aug 2018 69,284 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 67,654 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 66,123 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 65,614 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 65,176 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 65,176 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 64,955 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 64,024 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 60,821 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

nearside beam pattern poor

Pass 1 Apr 2010 54,059 miles

nearside beam pattern poor

nearside washer jet requires attention

Pass 30 Mar 2009 46,267 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2009 46,267 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 35,510 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 32,510 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 28,682 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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SP52 DXT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SP52 DXT, 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 SP52 DXT registered?

SP52 DXT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is SP52 DXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP52 DXT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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