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PF52 XYB

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,177 mi
Last recorded59,177 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF52 XYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 59,177 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 58,916 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 58,907 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 58,890 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 58,377 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 57,124 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 56,796 miles

Front track control arm bushes slightly worn.

Fail 23 Aug 2013 56,736 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front track control arm bushes slightly worn.

N/s/f tyre tread low and sidewall has some damage.

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 55,269 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 51,979 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 40,035 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 47,036 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 43,743 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 39,754 miles

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

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2006 34,320 miles

tyres worn low

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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PF52 XYB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PF52 XYB, 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 PF52 XYB registered?

PF52 XYB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is PF52 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF52 XYB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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