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FD52 NJF

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

90,307 mi
Last recorded90,307 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 NJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 90,307 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 89,047 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 87,065 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 86,222 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 85,720 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 85,213 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 84,185 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 83,896 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 82,735 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 81,276 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 81,276 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2012 77,646 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 69,294 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 69,294 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 May 2010 58,287 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 55,680 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 52,340 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 42,708 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 42,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

nearside rear tyre and outer wheel rim damaged

Pass 7 Feb 2006 27,587 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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FD52 NJF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FD52 NJF, 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 FD52 NJF registered?

FD52 NJF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 November 2002.

Is FD52 NJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 NJF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD52 NJF have outstanding finance?

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