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BNZ 210

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

85,149 mi
Last recorded85,149 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 210
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 85,149 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 84,598 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 83,575 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 82,144 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 82,141 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 81,135 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 80,468 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four, ADVISE REPLACEMENT!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 78,155 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 75,298 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 73,600 miles

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Apr 2016 69,697 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Under-trays fitted, not allowing full inspection of all underside components

engine management light on dash

Pass 24 Apr 2015 67,811 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 67,793 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 66,375 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 66,372 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 60,498 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 58,650 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 55,276 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 51,558 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 44,733 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,583 miles

Centre brake light lens loose

N/S torque arm joint cover split

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

O/S torque arm rubber cover split

Pass 26 Oct 2006 31,262 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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BNZ 210 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BNZ 210, 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 BNZ 210 registered?

BNZ 210 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is BNZ 210 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 210 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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