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SL52 BVM

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

133,573 mi
Last recorded133,573 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 BVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 133,573 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 132,001 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 131,264 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 130,439 miles

Central Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Front tyre wearing low inner edge

Fail 4 Dec 2018 130,422 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Front tyre wearing low inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2017 126,912 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 123,428 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 116,818 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 100,926 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 81,042 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 74,219 miles

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

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

both front brake discs scored and slightly pitted

Pass 24 Aug 2010 63,115 miles

both front brake discs slightly scored

monitor both front and n/s/r tyres for wear

Pass 1 Sep 2009 53,909 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2008 51,338 miles

Lower ball joint on nearside front air suspension unit has slight play

Pass 6 Nov 2007 46,456 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 39,067 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 39,067 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 BVM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SL52 BVM, 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 SL52 BVM registered?

SL52 BVM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is SL52 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL52 BVM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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