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J28 BOM

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

75,992 mi
Last recorded75,992 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ28 BOM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 75,992 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 70,251 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 64,786 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 60,265 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 56,942 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 17 Jun 2015 56,088 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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 53,891 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 53,881 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 50,923 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 49,228 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 45,632 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 44,152 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 43,507 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 36,981 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 36,485 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 29,380 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 22 Aug 2006 25,638 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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J28 BOM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J28 BOM, 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 J28 BOM registered?

J28 BOM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 August 2002.

Is J28 BOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J28 BOM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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