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F8 DJK

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

71,819 mi
Last recorded71,819 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF8 DJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 71,819 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 71,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 285/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 285/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2024 69,486 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 69,486 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH SIDES (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 68,872 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play shock ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 66,620 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bottom ball joint (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bottom ball joint (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 62,287 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 61,967 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 61,967 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 61,956 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 15 Mar 2016 60,009 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 53,692 miles

n/s indicator repeater lens loose

Pass 4 Feb 2014 48,313 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 48,308 miles

Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f suspension unit gaiter holed.

Pass 6 Mar 2013 47,343 miles

o/s/f suspension unit gaiter holed.

Fail 4 Mar 2013 47,338 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

o/s/f suspension unit gaiter holed.

Pass 6 Mar 2012 44,440 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 41,500 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 38,311 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,813 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 28,822 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 15 Mar 2007 24,455 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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F8 DJK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 F8 DJK, 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.

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What year was F8 DJK registered?

F8 DJK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 December 2002.

Is F8 DJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F8 DJK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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