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YW02 KHY

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

54,483 mi
Last recorded54,483 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW02 KHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 54,483 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 53,905 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 53,813 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 53,542 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 53,404 miles

Nearside Front Inner rack end slight play

Offside Front Inner rack end slight play

Pass 10 Sep 2020 53,010 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 52,773 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 52,361 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 51,831 miles

Front suspension unit gaiters ?

Nearside tie rod slight play

Offside Rear suspension unit slight misting

Pass 31 Aug 2016 50,779 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 50,212 miles

Both front suspension unit dust covers split.

Fail 14 Sep 2015 50,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Chunk out of tyre tread exposing tyre cords. (4.1.D.1a)

All tyres starting to crack on sidewall edge (Advise)

Both front suspension unit dust covers split.

Fuel cap securing strap broken.

Rear tyres tread getting low 2mm.

Pass 11 Sep 2014 48,753 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 44,513 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 42,387 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front & rear discs worn & corroded.

Pass 15 Sep 2011 40,168 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 37,802 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 34,834 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 29,406 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 24,436 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 18,755 miles

full engine & body undertray fitted - various components not visible

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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YW02 KHY 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 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 YW02 KHY, 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 YW02 KHY?

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What year was YW02 KHY registered?

YW02 KHY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 July 2002.

Is YW02 KHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW02 KHY 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.

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