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V55 DKR

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,631 mi
Last recorded88,631 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV55 DKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 88,631 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2026 88,604 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 88,242 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 87,070 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 86,233 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 85,348 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 85,347 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2021 85,336 miles

Nearside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 85,181 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 85,000 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 84,998 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 84,668 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 84,665 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 84,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 83,004 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 83,004 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 81,359 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 81,356 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 76,825 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 69,663 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 63,847 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 51,930 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 47,040 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 43,154 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 38,258 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 38,258 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 32,580 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 29,546 miles

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

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

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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V55 DKR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V55 DKR, 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 V55 DKR registered?

V55 DKR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is V55 DKR safe to buy?

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