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WV02 VVZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

98,732 mi
Last recorded98,732 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 VVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 98,732 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 95,572 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 95,013 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 94,451 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 93,012 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 91,276 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 90,375 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 89,123 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 84,569 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 80,034 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 75,439 miles

sign of corrosoin all four coil springs

Fail 22 Jan 2014 75,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

sign of corrosoin all four coil springs

Pass 23 Jan 2013 71,044 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 66,621 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 60,684 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 60,684 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 555,237 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 52,173 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 48,834 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 48,472 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 48,144 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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WV02 VVZ 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 90.5%.

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 WV02 VVZ, 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 WV02 VVZ registered?

WV02 VVZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 March 2002.

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The MOT history for WV02 VVZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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