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MC02 ZZZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

23,902 mi
Last recorded23,902 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC02 ZZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 23,902 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 23,520 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 23,235 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 19,671 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 19,375 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 19,196 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 18,611 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 18,264 miles

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

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

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

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

tpms light on

Pass 28 Jun 2017 15,506 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 15,144 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 13,934 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 13,510 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 13,334 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 13,086 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 13,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 12,828 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 9,821 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 8,374 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 8,422 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 4,997 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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MC02 ZZZ 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 95%.

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 MC02 ZZZ, 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 MC02 ZZZ registered?

MC02 ZZZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is MC02 ZZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC02 ZZZ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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