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AY02 WFJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,691 mi
Last recorded107,691 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 WFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 107,691 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 106,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 102,981 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 99,124 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 98,609 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 95,791 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 95,791 miles

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

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

engine coolant warning light on?

Pass 4 Nov 2010 94,321 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 84,131 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 78,777 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 78,777 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 65,802 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 53,943 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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AY02 WFJ 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 84.6%.

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 AY02 WFJ, 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 WFJ registered?

AY02 WFJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 April 2002.

Is AY02 WFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 WFJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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