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S500 SGT

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,255 mi
Last recorded35,255 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 SGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 35,255 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 35,060 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 34,786 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 34,339 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 32,190 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 31,328 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 29,801 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 27,360 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 25,634 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 25,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 May 2007 20,418 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 17,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 SGT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SGT, 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 SGT?

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What year was S500 SGT registered?

S500 SGT is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is S500 SGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 SGT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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