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T23 RMF

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

54,446 mi
Last recorded54,446 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT23 RMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 54,446 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 53,027 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 52,938 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Fog light flashing when indicators on (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 50,467 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Recommend further investigation on condition of brake pads

Pass 6 Sep 2023 46,827 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 42,791 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 42,358 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 41,598 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 41,575 miles

battery warning light on dash

Pass 23 Oct 2018 41,505 miles

battery warning light on dash

Pass 20 Oct 2017 40,419 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 17 Oct 2017 40,413 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 17 Oct 2016 39,875 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 38,823 miles

both rear tyres on 2mm

Pass 15 Oct 2014 36,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 33,761 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 30,723 miles

tpms indicator on

Fail 11 Oct 2012 30,723 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 28,907 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 27,371 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 27,118 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 27,118 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 25,314 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 22,306 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 18,519 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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T23 RMF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 T23 RMF, 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 T23 RMF registered?

T23 RMF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is T23 RMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T23 RMF shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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