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JA51 DNB

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,894 mi
Last recorded37,894 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA51 DNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2008 37,894 miles

Offside Outer Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

advise slight damage to nearside side light but no sharp edges and surcure

Pass 6 Jun 2007 31,234 miles

Coolant leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

cut's in nearside front tyre side wall not showing cords

exhaust system slightly damaged (grounded out)

nearside head light slightly damaged

radiator damaged

slight play in offside and nearside front top mount's

Fail 6 Jun 2007 31,234 miles

Coolant leak

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

cut's in nearside front tyre side wall not showing cords

exhaust system slightly damaged (grounded out)

nearside head light slightly damaged

radiator damaged

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

slight play in offside and nearside front top mount's

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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JA51 DNB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JA51 DNB, 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 JA51 DNB registered?

JA51 DNB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is JA51 DNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for JA51 DNB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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