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KY52 NZX

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,151 mi
Last recorded66,151 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY52 NZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 66,151 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 66,151 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 64,771 miles

Offside Front Tyre has cut in sidewall

Fail 11 May 2018 64,771 miles

Offside Front Tyre has cut in sidewall

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 60,192 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 54,542 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 50,892 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 48,704 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 44,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 44,303 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 43,852 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 41,814 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2009 37,693 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 34,282 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 28,569 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 25,221 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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KY52 NZX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 5,439cc 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 KY52 NZX, 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 KY52 NZX registered?

KY52 NZX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is KY52 NZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY52 NZX 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.

Does KY52 NZX have outstanding finance?

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