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SC02 KYB

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,748 mi
Last recorded78,748 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC02 KYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 78,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2019 76,242 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 76,242 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

engine malfunction indicator lamp illuminated

Pass 10 Apr 2018 74,443 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 67,300 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 66,391 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 64,039 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 61,751 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 60,035 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 56,137 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 56,136 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 50,367 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 45,080 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 44,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 41,953 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 25 Feb 2008 38,895 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 35,021 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 31,493 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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SC02 KYB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SC02 KYB, 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

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What year was SC02 KYB registered?

SC02 KYB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 April 2002.

Is SC02 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC02 KYB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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