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RJ52 XAS

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

44,159 mi
Last recorded44,159 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ52 XAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 44,159 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 40,869 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 40,587 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (not to cords) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 40,460 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 40,444 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn shock absorber ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 40,334 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 40,294 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 40,108 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 39,941 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 39,822 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 39,327 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Oct 2016 37,501 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 35,905 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Oct 2014 33,821 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 31,493 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 29,104 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 26,759 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 24,566 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 24,566 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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 23 Oct 2009 22,336 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 18,465 miles

clonk from suspension when brake appied

Pass 9 Nov 2006 15,143 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 11,979 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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RJ52 XAS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RJ52 XAS, 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 RJ52 XAS registered?

RJ52 XAS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is RJ52 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ52 XAS shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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