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LE02 UWX

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,191 mi
Last recorded83,191 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE02 UWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 83,191 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 79,481 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 72,426 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 70,108 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 63,143 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 2 May 2012 56,226 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 49,926 miles

slight play in osf wheel

Fail 23 May 2011 49,925 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

slight play in osf wheel

Pass 21 May 2010 43,596 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 43,596 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2009 40,069 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 35,012 miles

both front side windows have been tinted

Pass 4 May 2007 28,334 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 21,674 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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LE02 UWX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LE02 UWX, 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 LE02 UWX registered?

LE02 UWX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is LE02 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE02 UWX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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