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Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective warning light on brake pads and fluid level look ok (1.1.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small crack in Y joint to rear (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective warning light on brake pads and fluid level look ok (1.1.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small crack in Y joint to rear (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
brake service warning on dash
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
mist of oil/fluid on nearside rear suspension unit
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
mist of oil/fluid on nearside rear suspension unit
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
run flat tyres fitted to front, stand tyres on rear.
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
both inner track arms have slight play
oil leak
various covers fitted
Nearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
An item not tested (Manual)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
offside rear wheel rubbing on inner wing
Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
n/s/r suspension unit has a light misting of oil
n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
o/s/r tyre worn inner edge
o/s/r wheel/tyre has been fouling the inner wheel arch
rear exhaust bracket broken
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
some movement in the front lower ball joints
the rear struts are starting to leak
Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
Oil leak
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L55 RJR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 L55 RJR, 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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L55 RJR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 May 2002.
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