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AY02 WDZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,751 mi
Last recorded119,751 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 WDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2011 119,751 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 113,019 miles

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

o/s/f spring cover

Fail 13 Jul 2010 112,977 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

o/s/f spring cover

Pass 15 Jul 2009 95,440 miles

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

front brake pads very low and discs worn

rear tyres approx 3mm

Pass 16 Jul 2008 78,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 67,845 miles

front brake pads low and brake fluid low

nearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

rear exhaust bracket loose

Pass 21 Jul 2006 52,753 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 49,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 49,826 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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AY02 WDZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 AY02 WDZ, 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

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What year was AY02 WDZ registered?

AY02 WDZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2002.

Is AY02 WDZ safe to buy?

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