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C1 LVC

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,892 mi
Last recorded15,892 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 LVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 15,892 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 15,856 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 15,690 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 15,604 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 15,424 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 15,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 15,337 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 15,269 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 15,145 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 14,838 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 14,824 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 14,278 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2014 13,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 12,966 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 12,484 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 11,965 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 11,605 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 10,901 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 9,664 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,851 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 6,188 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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C1 LVC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C1 LVC, 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.

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What year was C1 LVC registered?

C1 LVC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 October 2002.

Is C1 LVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C1 LVC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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