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DC02 ORX

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

110,984 mi
Last recorded110,984 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC02 ORX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 110,984 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 108,359 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 104,341 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 95,547 miles

Nearside Rear Lower exhaust clamp loose due to rusty bolt

Fail 6 Sep 2022 95,547 miles

Nearside Rear Lower exhaust clamp loose due to rusty bolt

Offside Front Lower All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 80,575 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Sep 2020 69,850 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 62,879 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 56,722 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 49,638 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 42,117 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 42,117 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 33,991 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 26,652 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 21,417 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 21,414 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 19,766 miles

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)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 18,504 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 17,356 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 14,634 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 12,692 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 10,953 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 8,178 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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DC02 ORX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DC02 ORX, 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 DC02 ORX?

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What year was DC02 ORX registered?

DC02 ORX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is DC02 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC02 ORX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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