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CX52 XFN

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,859 mi
Last recorded42,859 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 XFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2026 42,859 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 41,822 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 41,333 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 40,961 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 39,466 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 38,613 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 37,963 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 37,013 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 36,021 miles

advise : both rear tyres close to limits

advise : offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 10 Jul 2017 34,757 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 33,418 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 33,055 miles

Centre Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 32,680 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 32,125 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 31,518 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 30,962 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 30,327 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 29,535 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 28,676 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 27,983 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 24,006 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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CX52 XFN 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 100%.

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 CX52 XFN, 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 CX52 XFN registered?

CX52 XFN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is CX52 XFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 XFN shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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