2002 Mercedes SL 5.4L Petrol · MB02 SLX
2002 Mercedes SL (5.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2002. Recorded mileage 86,270 miles. MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SL
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,270 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 5.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MB02 SLX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/02/2026
- 86,270 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MB02 SLX 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 Sl (MB02 SLX) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both rear clamps broken (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”.
MB02 SLX Mileage History
- 03/02/202282,033 mi
- 14/02/202384,602 mi+2,569 mi
- 01/03/202384,602 mi
- 22/05/202585,135 mi+533 mi
- 16/02/202686,270 mi+1,135 mi
Average of roughly 1,050 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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