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YG02 BMU

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

55,052 mi
Last recorded55,052 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 BMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 55,052 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 54,957 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 54,938 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 54,376 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 54,172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 53,993 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 53,611 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 53,428 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 53,115 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 51,555 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 50,155 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 48,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 46,513 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 46,504 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Nov 2012 43,329 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 42,773 miles

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 41,969 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 41,218 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 40,350 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 38,834 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 36,844 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)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 32,418 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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YG02 BMU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 YG02 BMU, 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

How do I check the history of YG02 BMU?

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What year was YG02 BMU registered?

YG02 BMU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is YG02 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG02 BMU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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