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R6 NTG

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

58,091 mi
Last recorded58,091 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 NTG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 58,091 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 58,091 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 57,192 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 56,428 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 55,835 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 55,104 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 53,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace ASAP, worn to minimum legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace ASAP, worn to minimum legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 53,163 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 13 Aug 2016 52,276 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 50,740 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 31 May 2014 48,195 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 45,248 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 43,956 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 41,404 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 38,770 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 35,815 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 29,117 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 23,358 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 21,607 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 21,607 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 17,026 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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R6 NTG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R6 NTG, 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 R6 NTG registered?

R6 NTG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is R6 NTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 NTG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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