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D3 AMB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,772 mi
Last recorded76,772 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 AMB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 76,772 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 74,114 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 69,767 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 68,031 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 66,103 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 63,244 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2011 60,353 miles

battery and visit workshop warning lamps on

dampness at 2 x rear suspension pipes

noise from 2 x rear brakes

o/s/f fog inop

Pass 26 Jun 2009 57,222 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 57,202 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

rear pads half worn

Pass 29 Nov 2007 50,584 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 34,784 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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D3 AMB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D3 AMB, 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 D3 AMB registered?

D3 AMB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is D3 AMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 AMB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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