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T1 GPJ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

58,216 mi
Last recorded58,216 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT1 GPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 58,216 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 58,216 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 57,995 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 57,774 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 57,463 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 57,444 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 57,440 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 57,271 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 57,208 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 56,730 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 56,500 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 55,843 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 55,473 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 55,190 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust section hanger deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2013 53,229 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 51,253 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 48,071 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 45,044 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 45,044 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2009 42,325 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 21 May 2008 38,435 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front tyre edges wearing low.

Pass 29 May 2007 32,263 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 26,175 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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T1 GPJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 T1 GPJ, 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 T1 GPJ registered?

T1 GPJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 January 2002.

Is T1 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T1 GPJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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