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EJ52 NFP

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,450 mi
Last recorded114,450 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 NFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 114,450 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 112,551 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 98,645 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 82,228 miles

ESP message displayed

stone chips to windscreen

Fail 14 Jun 2023 82,228 miles

Offside Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

ESP message displayed

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

stone chips to windscreen

Pass 29 Apr 2022 81,104 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 78,698 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 78,359 miles

Covers fitted under vehicle

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front 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))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 78,358 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Covers fitted under vehicle

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front 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 26 Jun 2018 77,772 miles

Covers fitted under vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 77,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

covers fitted under vehicle

Pass 15 Oct 2015 76,984 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 76,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and nearside rear 3.5 mm

offside front tyre 3mm and wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Sep 2013 74,589 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s front tyre is wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 15 Aug 2012 73,329 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 71,861 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 66,777 miles

o/s/f brake disc slight pitting

Fail 8 Jul 2010 66,426 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/f brake disc slight pitting

Pass 10 Aug 2009 56,390 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 43,939 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 43,939 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 May 2008 42,189 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 22,255 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 15,915 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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EJ52 NFP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EJ52 NFP, 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 EJ52 NFP registered?

EJ52 NFP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is EJ52 NFP safe to buy?

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