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VU52 ZXB

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,899 mi
Last recorded35,899 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 ZXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 35,899 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 35,719 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 35,568 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 35,353 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 35,157 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 34,919 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 34,741 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,372 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 33,870 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 33,264 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 31,936 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 30,992 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 30,490 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 29,517 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 28,123 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 26,845 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 26,845 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 25,436 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Dec 2008 22,818 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 19,233 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 14,830 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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VU52 ZXB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 VU52 ZXB, 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 VU52 ZXB registered?

VU52 ZXB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is VU52 ZXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 ZXB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU52 ZXB have outstanding finance?

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