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RH02 DOM

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,313 mi
Last recorded57,313 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRH02 DOM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 57,313 miles
Pass 11 May 2026 57,293 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 57,293 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 57,263 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 54,551 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Corroded (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Corroded (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 52,960 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 50,983 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 49,629 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 47,950 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 46,536 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 44,966 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 13 Dec 2017 42,944 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 39,930 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 36,717 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2015 36,717 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 32,368 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside rear tyre valve corroded

Fail 11 Dec 2014 32,364 miles

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside rear tyre valve corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2014 29,069 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 26,481 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 20,700 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,305 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,431 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 14,702 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 13,708 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 12,631 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 11,264 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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RH02 DOM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RH02 DOM, 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 RH02 DOM registered?

RH02 DOM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 2002.

Is RH02 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RH02 DOM shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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