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A16 ULX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Lpg 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

89,724 mi
Last recorded89,724 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 ULX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2022 89,724 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 89,719 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 81,855 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 77,206 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 72,687 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 59,395 miles

E.M.L illuminated

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 58,552 miles

Engine management light on

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 51,357 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 41,440 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 40,000 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 34,000 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 30,000 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 27,000 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 25,700 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 23,000 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 19,002 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 15,002 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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A16 ULX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A16 ULX, 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

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What year was A16 ULX registered?

A16 ULX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is A16 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 ULX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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