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AR02 HME

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,365 mi
Last recorded55,365 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR02 HME
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 55,365 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 55,063 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 54,913 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,141 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 52,422 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 50,549 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 47,658 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 41,726 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 35,897 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 30,779 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 26,182 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 26,171 miles

Nearside Rear Gas suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2006 20,966 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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AR02 HME is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AR02 HME, 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 AR02 HME?

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What year was AR02 HME registered?

AR02 HME is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is AR02 HME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR02 HME shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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