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R222 CHL

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,365 mi
Last recorded102,365 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR222 CHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 102,365 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 102,348 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 101,770 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2016 101,451 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 94,584 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 88,142 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 83,977 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 79,433 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 75,595 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 68,498 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 60,763 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 52,949 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 45,449 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 28,921 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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R222 CHL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R222 CHL, 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 R222 CHL registered?

R222 CHL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 April 2002.

Is R222 CHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R222 CHL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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