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JRG 850

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

54,364 mi
Last recorded54,364 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRG 850
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 54,364 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 48,636 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 41,977 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 41,181 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 41,176 miles

car under tray is damp of oil

Pass 7 Dec 2021 41,094 miles

ABC warning light on dash. Suspension working and raising. Oil leak my be due to Suspension advise to visit workshop

Engine and underbody covers fitted restricted view

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 41,051 miles

covers fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2019 40,573 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 40,327 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 38,308 miles

Engine and under covers fitted restricted view

Pass 14 Jul 2016 38,008 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 38,007 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated synthetic bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated synthetic bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 36,620 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2014 34,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 32,399 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 32,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 30,135 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 28,100 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 25,507 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 22,304 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 20,979 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 20,363 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 20,363 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,224 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 17,224 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

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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JRG 850 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 JRG 850, 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 JRG 850 registered?

JRG 850 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is JRG 850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRG 850 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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