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RV52 ODF

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

80,764 mi
Last recorded80,764 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 ODF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 80,764 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 12 Apr 2017 80,764 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Battery insecure

Pass 23 Apr 2016 79,292 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 78,664 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s front tyre slight side wall damage

Pass 11 Nov 2013 77,273 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 75,423 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 74,809 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 74,807 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Jan 2011 72,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 72,638 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Jan 2010 67,684 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 67,684 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 66,392 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 66,062 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 66,062 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 65,364 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 62,277 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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RV52 ODF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV52 ODF, 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

How do I check the history of RV52 ODF?

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What year was RV52 ODF registered?

RV52 ODF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is RV52 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 ODF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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