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BC03 LBC

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

88,416 mi
Last recorded88,416 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 LBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 88,416 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 88,331 miles

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

Rear Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2023 81,583 miles

Offside Rear suspension unit damp

Pass 10 Nov 2021 77,419 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 75,515 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2019 73,128 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 70,289 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 67,397 miles

All tyres low on tread

Pass 8 Oct 2016 65,937 miles

all tyres getting low

Pass 26 Oct 2015 64,256 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 58,359 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 52,238 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 45,180 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 39,199 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 32,488 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 27,419 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 23,409 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 18,933 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 14,542 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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BC03 LBC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BC03 LBC, 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 BC03 LBC registered?

BC03 LBC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is BC03 LBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 LBC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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