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BF03 VBB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

108,424 mi
Last recorded108,424 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 VBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 108,424 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 106,691 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 106,192 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 105,205 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 105,154 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 102,710 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 102,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted friction pad detached (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 95,670 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 87,209 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 80,993 miles

N/S/F Suspension strut bottom bush slight play

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 72,647 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 66,756 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 59,588 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 55,021 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 49,874 miles

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

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

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

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

catalytic coverter noisey (rattleing)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 45,572 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 40,657 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 34,194 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 26,092 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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BF03 VBB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BF03 VBB, 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 BF03 VBB registered?

BF03 VBB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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