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E2 AYM

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

77,327 mi
Last recorded77,327 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 AYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2023 77,327 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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 5 Jul 2022 74,319 miles

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 74,289 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 74,262 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 74,261 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Apr 2019 74,259 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2018
Pass 26 Jul 2017 67,239 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 6,514 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 59,152 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 54,190 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 51,073 miles

both front tyres worn on the inside

both rear tyres worn and worn off inside edge

osf shocker leaking

Pass 15 Jun 2011 47,756 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 41,096 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 30,731 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 19,987 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 10,288 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 9,966 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 9,134 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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E2 AYM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 E2 AYM, 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 E2 AYM registered?

E2 AYM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is E2 AYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E2 AYM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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