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LO02 ZYC

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,882 mi
Last recorded82,882 miles
Recorded on3 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO02 ZYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2021 82,882 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2021 82,880 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ball joint at strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn wishbone joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ball joint at strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 82,685 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 81,919 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 81,119 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 80,013 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides rear (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 73,063 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 65,525 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 65,539 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 63,698 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 41,379 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 37,915 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 ZYC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LO02 ZYC, 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 ZYC registered?

LO02 ZYC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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The MOT history for LO02 ZYC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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