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HN52 GOJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,871 mi
Last recorded58,871 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 GOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 58,871 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 57,618 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 51,878 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 51,878 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 46,296 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 40,171 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2015 40,171 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 36,312 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 32,650 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise front screen chipped

advise off side rear tyre,tread wearing low

Fail 18 Nov 2013 32,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise front screen chipped

advise fuel pump noisey

advise off side rear tyre,tread wearing low

Pass 21 Mar 2013 31,726 miles

Engine Lambda factor initial failier . recommend service

Fail 21 Mar 2013 31,726 miles

Engine Lambda factor initial failier . recommend service

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 23,026 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 21,436 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 20,521 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 19,846 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)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 18,795 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 16,160 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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HN52 GOJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HN52 GOJ, 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 HN52 GOJ registered?

HN52 GOJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 November 2002.

Is HN52 GOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN52 GOJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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