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LA52 UYM

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,480 mi
Last recorded70,480 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 UYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 70,480 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 69,885 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 66,860 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 66,860 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 62,012 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 59,361 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 59,361 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 53,863 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 49,033 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 43,315 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 35,082 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 30,913 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 23,654 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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LA52 UYM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LA52 UYM, 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 LA52 UYM registered?

LA52 UYM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is LA52 UYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA52 UYM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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