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C6 GPP

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,658 mi
Last recorded24,658 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC6 GPP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 24,658 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 24,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 285 30 ZR 20 AVON (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 24,434 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 23,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 22,269 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 21,940 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,736 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 21,388 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 20,902 miles

Minor deteriation front tyres tread ok

Pass 9 Feb 2015 20,518 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2014 19,811 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 18,481 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 17,361 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 14,822 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 13,104 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 11,752 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 8,657 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006
Fail 2 Nov 2006

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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C6 GPP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 C6 GPP, 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 C6 GPP registered?

C6 GPP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 October 2002.

Is C6 GPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C6 GPP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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