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YJ52 NSB

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,854 mi
Last recorded98,854 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ52 NSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 98,854 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 98,754 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 98,482 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 96,039 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 93,356 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 86,637 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 81,301 miles
Pass 5 May 2014 76,957 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2013 70,744 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 64,989 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 1 Feb 2012 64,989 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 25 Jan 2011 58,630 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 58,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2009 54,157 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2009 54,157 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 49,742 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 49,742 miles

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

nearside front tyre has a cut on outside edge of tyre not deep enough to show the cords

Pass 25 Oct 2007 37,867 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 34,217 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2005 29,763 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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YJ52 NSB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJ52 NSB, 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

How do I check the history of YJ52 NSB?

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What year was YJ52 NSB registered?

YJ52 NSB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is YJ52 NSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ52 NSB shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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