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MK52 YHW

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,688 mi
Last recorded40,688 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 YHW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 40,688 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 36,393 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 36,392 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 35,040 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 34,748 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 33,090 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 32,887 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 30,592 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 28,814 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 26,640 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 25,889 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 25,096 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 23,231 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 22,170 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 19,791 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 16,671 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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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MK52 YHW 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 93.8%.

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 MK52 YHW, 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 MK52 YHW registered?

MK52 YHW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is MK52 YHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 YHW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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