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BX03 BFV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

102,557 mi
Last recorded102,557 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 102,557 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 102,473 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 99,467 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive cannot see source due to undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2019 99,463 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive cannot see source due to undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 95,532 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 90,134 miles

Nearside front air suspension leg lower ball joint has slight play

Pass 29 Sep 2016 84,712 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush STRONG ADVISE As Marked (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 78,345 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 72,224 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 66,620 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 59,828 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 53,258 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 47,248 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 40,623 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 33,110 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 26,353 miles

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2006 19,384 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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BX03 BFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol 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 BX03 BFV, 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 BX03 BFV?

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What year was BX03 BFV registered?

BX03 BFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is BX03 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX03 BFV 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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