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LG51 AYE

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,586 mi
Last recorded33,586 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 AYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 33,586 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 33,566 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 33,210 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 32,701 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 31,070 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 31,070 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 30,414 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 30,026 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 29,726 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,960 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 28,960 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 28,201 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 27,321 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 27,076 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 23,059 miles

both front headlamps fitted with tempary beam cut off deflectors

Fail 2 Nov 2005 23,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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LG51 AYE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LG51 AYE, 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 LG51 AYE?

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What year was LG51 AYE registered?

LG51 AYE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is LG51 AYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 AYE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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