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BOB 40

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,385 mi
Last recorded39,385 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOB 40
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 39,385 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 38,723 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 38,026 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 37,557 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 36,194 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 34,941 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 33,684 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 31,544 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 29,373 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 29,371 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 27,738 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 25,250 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 25,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 21,180 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 20,807 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 19,170 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 14,890 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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BOB 40 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BOB 40, 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 BOB 40 registered?

BOB 40 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is BOB 40 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOB 40 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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