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452 PVW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

43,096 mi
Last recorded43,096 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration452 PVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 43,096 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 41,058 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 39,104 miles

Both inner steering rack gators twisted

Pass 20 Oct 2022 37,540 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 35,621 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2020 34,078 miles

Covers and under-trays obscuring view

Pass 15 Oct 2019 33,132 miles

covers and under-trays obscuring view

Pass 6 Nov 2018 31,268 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2017 29,162 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2016 27,326 miles

covers trays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 25,314 miles

Covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Oct 2014 22,846 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2013 20,611 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 18,405 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 16,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Nov 2011 16,357 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 13,909 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 10,744 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 8,213 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 6,949 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 5,483 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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452 PVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 452 PVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 452 PVW?

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What year was 452 PVW registered?

452 PVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is 452 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 452 PVW 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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