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F20 RAV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,338 mi
Last recorded116,338 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF20 RAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2024 116,338 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 115,269 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 115,174 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 114,113 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 113,353 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 112,077 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 112,076 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 108,299 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 104,227 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 101,509 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 95,992 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 93,535 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 91,090 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 85,097 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 62,232 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 62,232 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 48,476 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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F20 RAV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 F20 RAV, 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 F20 RAV registered?

F20 RAV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is F20 RAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F20 RAV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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