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KU02 KLD

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,777 mi
Last recorded43,777 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 KLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 43,777 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 42,843 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 42,481 miles

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

Undertrays fitted unable to fully inspect.

Pass 12 May 2023 41,446 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 41,008 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 40,501 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 39,276 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 38,923 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 37,909 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 37,230 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 34,352 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 32,324 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 32,081 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 29,307 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 28,194 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 28,168 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 25,474 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 25,457 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 21,954 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 15,166 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 15,166 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 13,807 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 12,200 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 10,517 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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KU02 KLD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 KU02 KLD, 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 KU02 KLD registered?

KU02 KLD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 2002.

Is KU02 KLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU02 KLD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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