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AP52 WVN

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,697 mi
Last recorded31,697 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 WVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 31,697 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 31,472 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 31,467 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 31,336 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 31,089 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 30,762 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 30,204 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 29,625 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 28,726 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 27,541 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 26,808 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 24,087 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 22,308 miles

advise serious transmission oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2013 21,387 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 19,317 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front and rear brake discs corroded

nearside front, and both rear shock absorber dust shields damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2008 17,777 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 15,723 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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AP52 WVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AP52 WVN, 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 AP52 WVN?

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What year was AP52 WVN registered?

AP52 WVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 October 2002.

Is AP52 WVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP52 WVN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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