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CV02 UWD

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,328 mi
Last recorded68,328 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2010
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV02 UWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2010 68,328 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 68,326 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

FRONT DISCS ARE LIPPED AND HAVE UNEVEN SURFACE

O/S/F TYRE HAS A BIG CUT ON THE OUTER SIDE WALL

Pass 23 Nov 2009 58,482 miles

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

all tyres new

exhaust rusty

wet test

Pass 4 Dec 2008 46,190 miles

exhaust rusty

wet test

Pass 11 Dec 2007 41,707 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

front tyres worn on outer edges

rear suspension damp

Pass 13 Dec 2006 37,011 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Pass 4 Apr 2006 23,439 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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CV02 UWD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CV02 UWD, 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 CV02 UWD registered?

CV02 UWD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is CV02 UWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV02 UWD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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