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S500 LYL

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

129,584 mi
Last recorded129,584 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 129,584 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 128,042 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 125,782 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 123,973 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 114,341 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 104,366 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 97,276 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 94,059 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 91,538 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 89,321 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 86,054 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 82,962 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 80,108 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 76,169 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 73,282 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2010 68,494 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 68,370 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 68,260 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 68,255 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Rear Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 63,312 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 55,741 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 LYL 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 85.7%.

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 S500 LYL, 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 LYL?

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What year was S500 LYL registered?

S500 LYL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is S500 LYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 LYL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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