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J50 OPH

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,249 mi
Last recorded78,249 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ50 OPH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 78,249 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 76,217 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 76,080 miles

n/s/r tyre low 1.8 mm

o/s/r tyre low 2.1 mm

Pass 7 May 2013 74,689 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 73,855 miles

Central locking inop

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Tyre weld missing out of boot

Fail 30 May 2012 73,855 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Central locking inop

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Tyre weld missing out of boot

Pass 25 May 2011 72,231 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2011 72,230 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 66,909 miles

All 4 x ABC suspension struts dust covers split no leaks from shockers

Fail 20 Apr 2010 66,907 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

All 4 x ABC suspension struts dust covers split no leaks from shockers

Pass 11 Jun 2008 63,424 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 23,880 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 40,917 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 40,917 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

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

ns & osf brake discs rusty

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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J50 OPH is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J50 OPH, 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 J50 OPH registered?

J50 OPH is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is J50 OPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J50 OPH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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