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YG02 GRP

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,774 mi
Last recorded72,774 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 GRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 72,774 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 71,824 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 69,753 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 67,342 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 66,774 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 66,401 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 64,856 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 63,712 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 60,395 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 57,308 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 56,728 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 56,455 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 53,760 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 49,753 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 45,544 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 40,982 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 34,841 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 31,444 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 30,209 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 30,198 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

front tyres on 2mm and n/s/f tyre got a cut in it

front wipers slightly smearing

nail in tyre

rear pads getting low

water leak in boot area

Pass 15 Nov 2005 30,147 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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YG02 GRP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc 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 YG02 GRP, 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 YG02 GRP registered?

YG02 GRP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is YG02 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG02 GRP 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 YG02 GRP have outstanding finance?

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