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IBZ 8888

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,857 mi
Last recorded76,857 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIBZ 8888
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2014 76,857 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 73,702 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 71,610 miles

brake fluid level between min/max

rear tyres very close to wear bars

wiper blades starting to smear screen

Pass 10 May 2011 69,052 miles

brake fluid level between min/max

slight blows from exhaust rear joints

wiper blades starting to smear screen

Pass 4 Jun 2010 66,930 miles

covers front to rear under vehicle

front brake discs slightly worn

front coil spring covers split

sill covers fitted

slight damage to nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Oct 2009 64,121 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 57,290 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 47,795 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 38,608 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 26,902 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2005 26,896 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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IBZ 8888 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 IBZ 8888, 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 IBZ 8888 registered?

IBZ 8888 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is IBZ 8888 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IBZ 8888 shows 11 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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