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PL02 CSF

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,868 mi
Last recorded44,868 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL02 CSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 44,868 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 44,654 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 44,443 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2014 43,184 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 39,700 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 38,903 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 34,957 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 34,563 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 30,493 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 21,403 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 21,403 miles

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

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

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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PL02 CSF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PL02 CSF, 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 PL02 CSF registered?

PL02 CSF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2002.

Is PL02 CSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL02 CSF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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