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821 MPA

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,536 mi
Last recorded101,536 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration821 MPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 101,536 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 100,365 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 99,319 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 98,714 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 98,487 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 98,267 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 97,745 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 96,178 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2017 92,273 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 85,648 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 78,600 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 69,721 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 61,640 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 51,993 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 43,928 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 40,031 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 36,074 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 34,286 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 27,442 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 21,736 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 13,792 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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821 MPA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 55,741 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 821 MPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 821 MPA?

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What year was 821 MPA registered?

821 MPA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is 821 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 821 MPA shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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