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KV02 EUC

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

112,543 mi
Last recorded112,543 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 EUC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 112,543 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 110,329 miles

n/s/r side marker not working, tpms light on.

Fail 1 Jul 2022 110,327 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 109,595 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 109,588 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 108,178 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

undertrays & engine cover fitted.

Pass 7 Dec 2016 107,534 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 107,534 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 105,903 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 103,633 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 102,372 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2012 101,200 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 95,645 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust rattle

Fail 10 Jun 2011 95,512 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust rattle

Pass 14 Jun 2010 88,147 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 79,784 miles

O/S/F AND N/S/F TYRES BOTH INNER EDGES WORN.

Pass 11 Jun 2008 68,221 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 56,917 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 47,348 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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KV02 EUC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EUC, 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 EUC registered?

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

Is KV02 EUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV02 EUC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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