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JYJ 326N

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,741 mi
Last recorded98,741 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYJ 326N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2013 98,741 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 98,741 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 157,813 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 157,782 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 157,738 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 157,725 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 157,710 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 157,628 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

power steering drive belts in poor condition.

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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JYJ 326N is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JYJ 326N, 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 JYJ 326N registered?

JYJ 326N is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is JYJ 326N safe to buy?

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