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N88 JGR

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,456 mi
Last recorded36,456 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN88 JGR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 36,456 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 34,268 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 29,840 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 27,888 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 27,647 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 27,531 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 27,145 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing slightly during operation (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing slightly during operation (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 26,726 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 25,796 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 25,627 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 24,146 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 23,066 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 22,809 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 21,637 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 21,597 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 20,298 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 20,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 18,814 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 15,676 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 13,925 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 10,769 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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N88 JGR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N88 JGR, 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 N88 JGR registered?

N88 JGR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is N88 JGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N88 JGR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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