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BX03 CWT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,845 mi
Last recorded92,845 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 CWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Jan 2023 92,845 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 91,186 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 91,152 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 89,202 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts /at rears (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 83,347 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front most arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 73,081 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 63,417 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Dec 2012

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 48,738 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 44,581 miles

ADVISE WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO BE CHECKED TO CORRECT UEVEN TYRE WEAR

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 CWT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CWT, 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 BX03 CWT registered?

BX03 CWT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is BX03 CWT safe to buy?

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