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YG52 FKA

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,233 mi
Last recorded77,233 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG52 FKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 77,233 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 77,220 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2015

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 76,962 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 76,962 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 74,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2012 73,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2011 72,780 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2011 72,780 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 60,141 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 60,141 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

offside mirror repeater lens missing

Pass 16 May 2009 43,638 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 28,513 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 13,113 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)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 9,818 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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YG52 FKA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YG52 FKA, 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 YG52 FKA registered?

YG52 FKA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is YG52 FKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG52 FKA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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