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MX52 PHO

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,035 mi
Last recorded90,035 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 PHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 90,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 90,002 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 89,860 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 88,281 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 84,532 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 84,535 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 83,152 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 79,972 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 79,972 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 75,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear brake pads getting low

rear tyres 3-4mm 285/35 18

Pass 2 Aug 2012 69,356 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 62,895 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 55,996 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 48,308 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 40,718 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 37,223 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 27,219 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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MX52 PHO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 MX52 PHO, 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

How do I check the history of MX52 PHO?

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What year was MX52 PHO registered?

MX52 PHO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is MX52 PHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 PHO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MX52 PHO have outstanding finance?

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