CarVerify

Free Car Check

LC52 EFP

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

96,293 mi
Last recorded96,293 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 EFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 96,293 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 94,608 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 90,912 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 90,617 miles

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn front lower arm bush worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 89,996 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 89,164 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 88,560 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 86,967 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 85,930 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 85,928 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 83,579 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 80,852 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage 225/40/18

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall damage 285/35/18

Pass 1 Nov 2014 77,785 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 75,444 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 72,245 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 69,172 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 65,875 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 64,929 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 54,082 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 43,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 43,981 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LC52 EFP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LC52 EFP, 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

How do I check the history of LC52 EFP?

You can check the full history of LC52 EFP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LC52 EFP registered?

LC52 EFP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is LC52 EFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 EFP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC52 EFP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LC52 EFP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.