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BFA 831

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests25 (23 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92%

Mileage

56,307 mi
Last recorded56,307 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFA 831
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

23 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 56,307 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 56,214 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 56,046 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 55,799 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 55,619 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 55,512 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 55,428 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 55,129 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 54,536 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 54,314 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 53,981 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 53,466 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 52,514 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 51,559 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,126 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 47,633 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 45,250 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 42,664 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 39,627 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 31,928 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Feb 2007 28,581 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)

centre brake light lens slightly inscure

Pass 18 Jul 2006 23,356 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 23,356 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 3 Mar 2006 20,602 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 20,587 miles

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

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

n/s front ,front suspension arm front bush worn

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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BFA 831 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92%.

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 BFA 831, 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 BFA 831 registered?

BFA 831 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is BFA 831 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFA 831 shows 25 tests with a 92% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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