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CP03 AHV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

101,095 mi
Last recorded101,095 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 AHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 101,095 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 99,244 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 98,931 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 95,347 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamps deteriorated

Pass 8 Jan 2018 93,408 miles

Central parking brake quadrant sticks slightly on release (under vehicle)

Nearside Rear washer jet half blocked

Pass 1 Dec 2016 91,516 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 90,076 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 87,622 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 83,430 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 76,445 miles

srs light indicating a fault

Pass 4 Jan 2012 70,736 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2012 70,733 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 69,023 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 61,424 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 50,418 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 37,023 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 35,241 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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CP03 AHV 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 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 CP03 AHV, 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 CP03 AHV?

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What year was CP03 AHV registered?

CP03 AHV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is CP03 AHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP03 AHV 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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