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C20 YNG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,020 mi
Last recorded35,020 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 YNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 35,020 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 34,916 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 34,554 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 34,313 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Nov 2021 34,093 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Nov 2020 33,941 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 33,681 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Nov 2018 33,522 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Dec 2017 32,815 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Nov 2016 32,191 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2015 31,078 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 29,263 miles

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

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

cover on nsr shocker split

cover on osr shocker split

slight cracks on osr tyre due to age

very slight cracks in nsr tyre due to age

Pass 2 Dec 2013 26,403 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to see front brake pad condition

Pass 4 Sep 2012 22,831 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2011 20,121 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,243 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,317 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 15,073 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 14,462 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 13,544 miles

Rear Tyres nearing legal limit

Pass 28 Feb 2006 10,603 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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C20 YNG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 C20 YNG, 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

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What year was C20 YNG registered?

C20 YNG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is C20 YNG safe to buy?

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