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LO02 YKC

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,491 mi
Last recorded41,491 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO02 YKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 41,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 38,560 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2019 38,558 miles

Offside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2019 38,501 miles

Offside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2018 36,933 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 34,106 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 27,934 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 18,451 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 10,140 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 10,140 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 8,209 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 7,338 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 6,824 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 3,973 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 3,447 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 4,621 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 4,621 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 May 2007 3,992 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 2,769 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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LO02 YKC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LO02 YKC, 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 LO02 YKC registered?

LO02 YKC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LO02 YKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO02 YKC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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