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PET 32S

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Purple Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,459 mi
Last recorded99,459 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPET 32S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 99,459 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 97,654 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 96,687 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small cut (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2024 96,685 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small cut (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2024 96,668 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

fog lamp switch faulty

Pass 26 Apr 2023 95,490 miles

Fog light switch faulty

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 95,483 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fog light switch faulty

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 93,882 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Feb 2022 93,875 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Feb 2021 92,084 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 90,874 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 89,152 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 86,942 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 85,065 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 82,738 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 77,950 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 71,586 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front brake disc are rusty

Pass 20 Jul 2012 69,276 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 62,752 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 62,752 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 61,150 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 6 Oct 2008 47,943 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 47,815 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 41,572 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 27,757 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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PET 32S is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Purple with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PET 32S, 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 PET 32S registered?

PET 32S is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is PET 32S safe to buy?

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