MOT Status
ValidMileage
101,063 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All coated/treated (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear to inner (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear to inner (5.2.3 (e))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All coated in wax (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in wax (1.1.11 (c))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in WaxOyl (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources right rear number plate lamp inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (i))
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))
engine covers under trays fitted
engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front thrust arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front thrust arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view
engine covers under trays fitted
covers trays fitted
engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
rear pads 3/4 worn
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
rear pads 3/4 worn
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)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
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R5 MLY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
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 R5 MLY, 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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How do I check the history of R5 MLY?
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What year was R5 MLY registered?
R5 MLY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 October 2002.
Is R5 MLY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R5 MLY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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