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KV02 ETF

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,604 mi
Last recorded49,604 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 ETF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2013 49,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 49,015 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 46,283 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 38,741 miles

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

SRS light on dash

Fail 2 Apr 2009 38,677 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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)

SRS light on dash

Pass 31 May 2008 34,080 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 26,414 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 22,008 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2006 21,997 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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KV02 ETF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KV02 ETF, 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 KV02 ETF registered?

KV02 ETF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is KV02 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV02 ETF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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