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C8 ERD

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

132,453 mi
Last recorded132,453 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 ERD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 132,453 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 129,592 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

covers & shields fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2022 127,306 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Pass 18 May 2021 125,511 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 May 2019 123,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2018 121,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Dec 2016 114,662 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 114,662 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 111,009 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 99,091 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 89,534 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 89,534 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2013 78,009 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 66,589 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 53,231 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 46,520 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 41,447 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 36,648 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 31,954 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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C8 ERD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 C8 ERD, 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

How do I check the history of C8 ERD?

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What year was C8 ERD registered?

C8 ERD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is C8 ERD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 ERD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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