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YM02 MYC

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

85,188 mi
Last recorded85,188 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM02 MYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2025 85,188 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 85,167 miles

Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2022 84,575 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 84,273 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2020 83,831 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 83,390 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 83,184 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 80,323 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 80,309 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2015 80,309 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2015 79,659 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension accumulator leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 57,907 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 38,646 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 38,133 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2011 37,707 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 35,053 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 30,662 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 27,847 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 20,286 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 13,834 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 11,516 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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YM02 MYC 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 81%.

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 YM02 MYC, 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 YM02 MYC?

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What year was YM02 MYC registered?

YM02 MYC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 July 2002.

Is YM02 MYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM02 MYC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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