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RV52 XSX

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,087 mi
Last recorded69,087 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2009
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 XSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2009 69,087 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 68,522 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 53,562 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 38,749 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 XSX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XSX, 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 XSX?

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What year was RV52 XSX registered?

RV52 XSX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is RV52 XSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 XSX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV52 XSX have outstanding finance?

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