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VA52 OBZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,743 mi
Last recorded57,743 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 OBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 57,743 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 52,739 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 17 Jan 2017 52,739 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Lower Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 49,004 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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 6 Jan 2015 43,013 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 37,286 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012
Pass 21 Dec 2011 22,776 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 19,297 miles

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

advise front brake discs.

Pass 9 Dec 2009 16,939 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 15,850 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 14,458 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 10,413 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 8,282 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 8,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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VA52 OBZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VA52 OBZ, 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.

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What year was VA52 OBZ registered?

VA52 OBZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is VA52 OBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA52 OBZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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