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H5 SAO

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,125 mi
Last recorded83,125 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 SAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 83,125 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 83,118 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 83,102 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 82,297 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 82,215 miles

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 79,984 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 76,601 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 75,263 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 74,811 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 74,671 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 73,874 miles

Brake discs worn

Pass 30 Sep 2015 72,957 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 71,777 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 70,479 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 67,635 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 65,328 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 59,679 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front brake discs pitted

Pass 7 Nov 2006 38,810 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 26,794 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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H5 SAO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 H5 SAO, 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 H5 SAO registered?

H5 SAO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is H5 SAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 SAO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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