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SY52 FEF

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

108,706 mi
Last recorded108,706 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY52 FEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 108,706 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2026 108,705 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 107,805 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 105,979 miles

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

Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess corroded at rear (5.3.5 (b) (i))

warning on dash

Fail 4 Apr 2024 105,976 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

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

Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess corroded at rear (5.3.5 (b) (i))

warning on dash

Pass 16 Sep 2022 104,928 miles

SLIGHT WEAP FROM REAR HYDRALIC HOSE

VISIT WORKSHOP ON DASH

Fail 31 Aug 2022 104,925 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH IN WHEEL ARCH (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin APPEAR LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

VISIT WORKSHOP MESSAGE ON DASH

Pass 3 Aug 2021 104,159 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 101,441 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 97,607 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 95,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 94,430 miles

Nearside Rear slight play at wheel

Nearside registration plate lamp dim

Pass 29 Apr 2016 93,235 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 91,447 miles

all brake pads getting low

front tyres wearing close to markers (2mm)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 85,815 miles

all tyres wearing close to markers

Pass 29 Apr 2013 79,048 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 79,048 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 72,859 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 66,183 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 58,912 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 48,425 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2009 48,193 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 28 Apr 2008 38,675 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 38,675 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 28,641 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2007 28,640 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 May 2006 18,377 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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SY52 FEF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY52 FEF, 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 SY52 FEF?

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What year was SY52 FEF registered?

SY52 FEF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is SY52 FEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY52 FEF shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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