2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 5.0L Petrol · A711 ENA
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 25 Oct 2002. Recorded mileage 62,256 miles. MOT expired on 16 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,256 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
A711 ENA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 18/11/2025
- 62,256 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A711 ENA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mercedes-Benz Sl (A711 ENA) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 November 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Body component likely to become detached inner wing panel damaged, insecure and fouling wheel (6.2.1 (a) ”; “Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced offside and nearside lenses tarn”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
A711 ENA Mileage History
- 21/10/202257,444 mi
- 17/11/202357,454 mi+10 mi
- 31/10/202459,384 mi+1,930 mi
- 04/11/202459,384 mi
- 18/11/202562,256 mi+2,872 mi
Average of roughly 1,564 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171)
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Vehicle & Plate History
Other vehicles on this plate
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (A711 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as A711ENA.
BMW
I5 EDRIVE40 M SPORT
BMW
IX1 EDRIVE20 M SPORT
MERCEDES-BENZ
A
AUDI
A3
CHAUSSON
UNKNOWN
ROVER
MINI
LOMAX
AUDI
A5
FORD
ESCORT
FORD
CAPRI
PEUGEOT
205
AUDI
A4
MERCEDES-BENZ SL Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2002 model year cars.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.