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RL02 UNX

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,421 mi
Last recorded28,421 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 UNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 28,421 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 26,808 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 25,487 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 May 2023 24,561 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 23,632 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 22,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 22,422 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 21,992 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 21,992 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 21,511 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 20,874 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 20,308 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 19,706 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 19,668 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

o/s/r suspension damp

Fail 8 Nov 2013 18,356 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 18,356 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 17,099 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 15,906 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 15,906 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 13,931 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 12,419 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 10,655 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 9,649 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 8,899 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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RL02 UNX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RL02 UNX, 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 RL02 UNX registered?

RL02 UNX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is RL02 UNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL02 UNX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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