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SL52 AZA

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,863 mi
Last recorded87,863 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 AZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 87,863 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 84,650 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 82,035 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 78,584 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2017 78,584 miles

Offside Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 74,535 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 70,257 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

slight play in all front lower ball joints

Fail 17 Jun 2015 70,236 miles

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

slight play in all front lower ball joints

Pass 8 Jul 2014 63,914 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 61,598 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 59,962 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 55,593 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 49,961 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 Nov 2009 46,447 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 43,230 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 43,228 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2007 36,583 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 33,768 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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SL52 AZA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 SL52 AZA, 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 SL52 AZA?

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What year was SL52 AZA registered?

SL52 AZA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is SL52 AZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL52 AZA 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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