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LC52 ONR

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,441 mi
Last recorded39,441 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 ONR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 39,441 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 39,439 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 37,637 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 37,636 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible faded (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 36,000 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 33,943 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 33,939 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 32,219 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 32,207 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Aug 2019 31,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 29,188 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front tyre's side wall perashing

Pass 24 Aug 2017 27,643 miles

Offside Front tyre showing cracks

Pass 25 Aug 2016 26,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Offside Front Tyre heavy perishing

Pass 19 Aug 2015 24,831 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 24,109 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 23,733 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 23,692 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 22,846 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 22,000 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 21,622 miles

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 20,591 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 19,730 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 18,940 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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LC52 ONR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LC52 ONR, 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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What year was LC52 ONR registered?

LC52 ONR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is LC52 ONR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 ONR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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