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RF02 BYS

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,432 mi
Last recorded50,432 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 BYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 50,432 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 47,813 miles

Battery warning lamp on during test

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 46,924 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 46,696 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 46,313 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 45,618 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 44,134 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 41,736 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 39,551 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 36,931 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 34,750 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 33,011 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 33,011 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 30,859 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 28,942 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2011 25,631 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 8 Feb 2010 20,213 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,391 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 17,169 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,268 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 12,510 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 12,477 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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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RF02 BYS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 RF02 BYS, 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 RF02 BYS registered?

RF02 BYS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is RF02 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 BYS shows 22 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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