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RV52 OPT

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

85,713 mi
Last recorded85,713 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 OPT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 85,713 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 82,120 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 80,510 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stonechip in zone A of windscreen. Drivers side. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 79,329 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 73,579 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 73,057 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 70,729 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 68,567 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 67,519 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 60,180 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 52,700 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 50,214 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 46,504 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 41,230 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 36,976 miles

advise offside and nearside front hrake flexi hoses ferrule rubber sleeves are split

advise offside front lower suspension arm front most outer ball joint grease/dust boot split

Fail 29 Oct 2008 36,976 miles

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

advise offside and nearside front hrake flexi hoses ferrule rubber sleeves are split

advise offside front lower suspension arm front most outer ball joint grease/dust boot split

Pass 27 Oct 2007 27,309 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 22,178 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 18,228 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 OPT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 RV52 OPT, 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 OPT?

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What year was RV52 OPT registered?

RV52 OPT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is RV52 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 OPT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV52 OPT have outstanding finance?

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