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DF52 BZY

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

69,251 mi
Last recorded69,251 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 BZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 69,251 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 62,075 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 61,971 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 61,699 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 61,694 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 61,191 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 60,562 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 59,278 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 56,340 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 56,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 54,870 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 52,645 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 50,143 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 46,756 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 44,311 miles

Nearside Rear 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 30 Jul 2009 40,934 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 36,537 miles

n/s/r tyre 3mm, legal limit 1.6mm

o/s/r tyre 3mm, legal limit 1.6mm

Fail 4 Aug 2008 36,537 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

n/s/r tyre 3mm, legal limit 1.6mm

o/s/r tyre 3mm, legal limit 1.6mm

Pass 8 May 2007 26,634 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 18,078 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 May 2006 18,078 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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DF52 BZY 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 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF52 BZY, 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 DF52 BZY?

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What year was DF52 BZY registered?

DF52 BZY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is DF52 BZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 BZY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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