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GJ52 SKO

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

64,499 mi
Last recorded64,499 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 SKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 64,499 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 64,499 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 64,270 miles

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 18 Aug 2022 63,247 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 61,885 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 59,827 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 58,742 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 56,893 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 54,515 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 54,515 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 52,611 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 49,871 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 47,556 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 47,556 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 45,329 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 42,791 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 37,411 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 37,411 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 35,153 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 35,153 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Feb 2010 35,141 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 32,255 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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GJ52 SKO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GJ52 SKO, 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 GJ52 SKO registered?

GJ52 SKO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is GJ52 SKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ52 SKO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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