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M50 OGK

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 OGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 102,655 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 102,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Service brake excessively binding Both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 102,410 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 102,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 102,393 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 102,245 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 101,149 miles

Front suspension noisy on lock

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber rubber cover is split

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 98,973 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 97,663 miles

Rear TYRES WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL WEAR LIMIT

Fail 12 Apr 2016 97,660 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced FRONT AND REAR (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 93,868 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 93,868 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 91,981 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 85,369 miles

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads getting low

front number plate cracked

rear brake discs lipped

Fail 8 Mar 2012 85,369 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads getting low

front number plate cracked

rear brake discs lipped

Fail 18 Aug 2010 68,424 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 68,424 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 44,828 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 38,212 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 35,972 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 33,700 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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M50 OGK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 M50 OGK, 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 M50 OGK registered?

M50 OGK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2002.

Is M50 OGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M50 OGK shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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