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E1 CYM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

78,014 mi
Last recorded78,014 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE1 CYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 78,014 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired Pedal had slight creep during servo check procedure, but function not impaired. (1.1.3 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside/offside (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside/offside (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 77,633 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2020 77,623 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2014 77,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 75,726 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2012 63,436 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 47,381 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 33,752 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 24,346 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 18,664 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 12,834 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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E1 CYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 E1 CYM, 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 E1 CYM registered?

E1 CYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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