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YM02 TWE

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

55,578 mi
Last recorded55,578 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 55,578 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 May 2025 54,995 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 54,972 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f + o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 54,972 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted friction pad seperated from backing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f + o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 53,803 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 50,878 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to check with wheels on [warning wires fitted] (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 49,516 miles

both front strut dust covers perished

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2021 49,514 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both front strut dust covers perished

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2019 49,106 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2018 47,120 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

batter warning light on

Fail 20 Jul 2018 47,120 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt radius arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

batter warning light on

Pass 15 Jun 2017 46,426 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 45,254 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 44,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2014 42,966 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 39,278 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 36,603 miles

registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 36,603 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 35,155 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 33,358 miles

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

noise from nsr suspension

Pass 10 Jun 2008 30,598 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 24,915 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 18,838 miles

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

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 TWE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YM02 TWE, 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 YM02 TWE registered?

YM02 TWE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 July 2002.

Is YM02 TWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM02 TWE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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