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GK52 FWW

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

104,887 mi
Last recorded104,887 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 FWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 104,887 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 103,381 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 103,148 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 102,857 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 101,994 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 100,811 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 99,895 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2018 98,639 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 97,829 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 96,424 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 96,103 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 95,807 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 95,280 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 94,547 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 93,822 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 93,700 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 90,078 miles

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

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

Rear number plate water damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2009 82,508 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/front tie bar joint boot split

o/s/front tie bar joint boot split

rear number plate has water ingress

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Fail 19 Mar 2009 82,508 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/front tie bar joint boot split

o/s/front tie bar joint boot split

rear number plate has water ingress

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 20 Mar 2008 73,777 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2008 73,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 63,193 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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GK52 FWW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GK52 FWW, 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 GK52 FWW registered?

GK52 FWW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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The MOT history for GK52 FWW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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