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V8 HNM

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,738 mi
Last recorded47,738 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 HNM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 47,738 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 46,375 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 40,683 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2024 40,683 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 36,174 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 35,468 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 34,173 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 32,240 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 32,214 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 31,035 miles

nearside rear tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 4 Sep 2014 29,317 miles

nearside rear tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 25 Sep 2013 28,522 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 27,939 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre in poor condition

Pass 30 Mar 2011 25,573 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 30 Mar 2011 25,573 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 24,373 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 22,914 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 20,665 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2007 17,700 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 15,395 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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V8 HNM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V8 HNM, 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 V8 HNM registered?

V8 HNM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 October 2002.

Is V8 HNM safe to buy?

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