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LM02 HHZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,004 mi
Last recorded130,004 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM02 HHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 130,004 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 126,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 105,021 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 103,863 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 103,863 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 99,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2014 92,374 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 83,919 miles

ESP Warning Light On

Rear Tyres Showing Signs Of Cracking On Outer Side Walls

SRS Warning Light On

Pass 10 Jan 2012 83,778 miles

both front + both rear brake discs slight surface corrosion

both front + both rear tyres age blemished

Pass 26 Nov 2010 83,437 miles

wipers worn

Fail 26 Nov 2010 83,437 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

wipers worn

Pass 14 Oct 2009 83,314 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 82,361 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 82,361 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 80,903 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 79,808 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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LM02 HHZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black 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 LM02 HHZ, 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 LM02 HHZ registered?

LM02 HHZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2002.

Is LM02 HHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM02 HHZ 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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