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LD52 EXJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,429 mi
Last recorded52,429 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD52 EXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 52,429 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 47,385 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))

Fail 13 Jun 2025 47,835 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to both headlights not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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 21 Sep 2023 47,044 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 45,622 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 44,090 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 44,082 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 42,322 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 40,386 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 40,315 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 37,506 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 34,114 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 33,737 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 32,818 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2014 32,050 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 30,996 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 30,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 29,353 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2012 26,916 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

gaiters over rear suspension units appear to be deteriating

Pass 25 Feb 2011 24,184 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 24,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

left front tyre side wall deteriating / cracking+

right front tyre deteriatng / cracking

Pass 25 Feb 2010 21,927 miles

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

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

near side front tyre has cuts to side wall

off side front tyre worn on edges

Pass 19 Dec 2008 17,892 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 16,152 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 14,522 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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LD52 EXJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LD52 EXJ, 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 LD52 EXJ registered?

LD52 EXJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 October 2002.

Is LD52 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD52 EXJ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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