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M500 JSS

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,367 mi
Last recorded52,367 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 JSS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 52,367 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 52,341 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 52,341 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 51,419 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 50,942 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 50,918 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 50,691 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 50,561 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2013 50,454 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 50,297 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 50,055 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 49,717 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 48,823 miles

both rear tyres are wearing on inside edges

both rear tyres are wearing uneven - flat spots

Pass 31 May 2007 46,764 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Jan 2006 32,123 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 32,129 miles

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

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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M500 JSS 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 87.5%.

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 M500 JSS, 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 M500 JSS registered?

M500 JSS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is M500 JSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 JSS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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