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SM02 OLW

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,169 mi
Last recorded9,169 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM02 OLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 9,169 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 9,136 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 9,124 miles

dash showing electrical faults

Pass 20 Dec 2022 8,789 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 8,635 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 8,625 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2020 8,625 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 8,363 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 8,196 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 8,196 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 7,953 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 7,906 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,884 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 7,828 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 7,747 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 7,462 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 7,327 miles

esp light on

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2010 7,198 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 6,737 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 6,128 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 5,984 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 5,421 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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SM02 OLW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SM02 OLW, 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 SM02 OLW registered?

SM02 OLW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is SM02 OLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM02 OLW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM02 OLW have outstanding finance?

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