2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.3L Petrol · EP02 LPO
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.3L, petrol). First registered 19 Aug 2002. Recorded mileage 42,323 miles. MOT valid until 08 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,323 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EP02 LPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2026
- 42,323 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EP02 LPO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mercedes-Benz Slk (EP02 LPO) between September 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”.
EP02 LPO Mileage History
- 04/09/202340,096 mi
- 06/09/202440,899 mi+803 mi
- 16/09/202440,889 mi-10 mi
- 27/03/202642,288 mi+1,399 mi
- 10/04/202642,323 mi+35 mi
Average of roughly 857 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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