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YX52 XOS

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

83,245 mi
Last recorded83,245 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX52 XOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 83,245 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 83,197 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Condensation in unit.Poss new bulb required? (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fuel light on.

General corrosion throughout underside of vehicle!

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres badly perished! Advised investigate! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle smells of fuel! No leak detected!

Pass 23 Oct 2024 83,102 miles

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

underside corroded

underside support bracing bars corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2024 83,102 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front extremely badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

underside corroded

underside support bracing bars corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2020 83,098 miles

underside rusty

underside supporting braces rusty

Fail 30 Jun 2020 83,098 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

underside rusty

underside supporting braces rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2016 83,003 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2016 83,003 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 80,840 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 76,312 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 76,267 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

boot lid not closing

Pass 2 Nov 2012 74,101 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 70,576 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 66,329 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 62,609 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 57,112 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 52,464 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 48,973 miles

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

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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YX52 XOS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YX52 XOS, 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.

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What year was YX52 XOS registered?

YX52 XOS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 October 2002.

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