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OU02 XNE

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,637 mi
Last recorded32,637 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU02 XNE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 32,637 miles

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing ALL 4 SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE SPLIT DUST COVERS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2025 32,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 May 2024 31,404 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 31,236 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Lower large under trays fitted

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 28 Mar 2022 30,565 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

large under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2021 30,007 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 28,974 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 28,227 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 27,082 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 27,039 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 May 2016 26,555 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,961 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 25,710 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 25,121 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 24,534 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 24,534 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 23,721 miles

Near side rear brake caliper binding

Pass 11 Jun 2010 22,362 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 20,843 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 May 2009 20,843 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 19,065 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 19,065 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2007 17,652 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 15,449 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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OU02 XNE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OU02 XNE, 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 OU02 XNE registered?

OU02 XNE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2002.

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The MOT history for OU02 XNE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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