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KR02 KXZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

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Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR02 KXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025
Pass 1 Oct 2018 66,356 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 66,258 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 24 May 2017 66,258 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 65,859 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 65,859 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 64,524 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 61,126 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 59,033 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 54,448 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 50,215 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 45,867 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 41,193 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 35,232 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 35,232 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

advise condtion on offside wing mirror glass

Pass 25 Mar 2006 29,636 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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KR02 KXZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KR02 KXZ, 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 KR02 KXZ registered?

KR02 KXZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is KR02 KXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR02 KXZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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