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1403 ML

2017 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,531 mi
Last recorded54,531 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl22,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1403 ML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 54,531 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 50,302 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 44,282 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 39,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 39,249 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 30,669 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 24,047 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 18,719 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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1403 ML is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 22,135 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 1403 ML, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1403 ML registered?

1403 ML is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 July 2017.

Is 1403 ML safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1403 ML shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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