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3335 BB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,825 mi
Last recorded42,825 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3335 BB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 42,825 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 42,631 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 41,762 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 41,024 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 40,567 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 39,881 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2014 39,058 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 May 2013 38,349 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2012 37,560 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 36,731 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 35,902 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2009 34,784 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 33,381 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 28,868 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 22,451 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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3335 BB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 53,586 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 3335 BB, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 3335 BB registered?

3335 BB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is 3335 BB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3335 BB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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