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LN52 BYO

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,874 mi
Last recorded114,874 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN52 BYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 114,874 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 114,850 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

abc warning message on

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2016 109,736 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 105,614 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 103,624 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)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 101,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2011 93,258 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 93,258 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 85,078 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 77,328 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 76,557 miles

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

both rear tyre close to legal limit

Pass 22 Aug 2008 65,090 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 58,298 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 49,744 miles

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

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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LN52 BYO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LN52 BYO, 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 LN52 BYO?

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What year was LN52 BYO registered?

LN52 BYO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is LN52 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN52 BYO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN52 BYO have outstanding finance?

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