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LJ52 ATV

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

172,715 mi
Last recorded172,715 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 ATV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 172,715 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake discs slightly worn/pitted

Fail 1 Jul 2015 172,713 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake discs slightly worn/pitted

Pass 1 Mar 2014 158,077 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 156,158 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2011 153,643 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 134,584 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 113,892 miles

N/S REAR TYRE NEAR LEGAL LIMIT. N/S FRONT HAS CHUNK OUT OF OUTER WALL

Pass 18 Nov 2008 93,088 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 71,061 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 54,412 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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LJ52 ATV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LJ52 ATV, 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 LJ52 ATV registered?

LJ52 ATV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is LJ52 ATV safe to buy?

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