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SW02 VTX

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,148 mi
Last recorded132,148 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW02 VTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2020 132,148 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 132,111 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 127,711 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 124,746 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 124,746 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 119,136 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2016 119,136 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 115,689 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 112,451 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 May 2013 102,492 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Jun 2011 65,028 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 64,511 miles

bad connection at rear light cluster n/s

Fail 23 Sep 2010 64,511 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

bad connection at rear light cluster n/s

Pass 30 Sep 2009 60,736 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 54,455 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 48,034 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 43,638 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 30,174 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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SW02 VTX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW02 VTX, 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 SW02 VTX registered?

SW02 VTX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is SW02 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW02 VTX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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