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S500 BJJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,573 mi
Last recorded53,573 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 BJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 53,573 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 53,375 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 53,032 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 52,536 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 51,831 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 51,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 50,386 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 49,699 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 48,977 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 48,075 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 45,615 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 44,791 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 43,104 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 42,940 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 41,438 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 37,190 miles

unable to check front brake pads due to type of calipers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2009 36,166 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2009 36,166 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 34,343 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 31,813 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 29,895 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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S500 BJJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S500 BJJ, 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 S500 BJJ?

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What year was S500 BJJ registered?

S500 BJJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 April 2002.

Is S500 BJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 BJJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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