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A1 YPU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,766 mi
Last recorded38,766 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 YPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 38,766 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 36,760 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside/offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 36,649 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside/offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 36,350 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 36,134 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 35,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 35,604 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 34,867 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 33,699 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 32,007 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 30,601 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 29,202 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2014 27,559 miles

Front tyres slightly perished and worn on edges

Pass 7 May 2013 26,033 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 26,033 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2012 23,866 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 May 2011 18,837 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 12,941 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 10,572 miles

rear no plate start to discolour

Pass 12 Jun 2007 8,337 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Apr 2006 6,950 miles

nail in tyre

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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A1 YPU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc 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 A1 YPU, 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 A1 YPU?

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What year was A1 YPU registered?

A1 YPU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is A1 YPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 YPU 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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