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LR52 NVX

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,975 mi
Last recorded55,975 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 NVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 55,975 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 55,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 48,501 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 47,325 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 47,325 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 46,245 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 43,838 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Oct 2016 41,675 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Sep 2015 38,534 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 36,320 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 34,832 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,688 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 31,929 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 31,929 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 29,299 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 25,941 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 21 May 2009 25,939 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

nearside and offside front tyres are slightly worn at their outer shoulders

Pass 15 May 2008 22,316 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 18,669 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 12,850 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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LR52 NVX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LR52 NVX, 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 LR52 NVX registered?

LR52 NVX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is LR52 NVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 NVX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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