MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
84,035 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Parking brake efficiency on limit
Parking brake ratchet mechanism poor and on limit at time of test
Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel movement / Knocking /clicking (2.3 (a) (i))
Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
Offside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel movement / Knocking /clicking (2.3 (a) (i))
Vehicle been standing for period
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both - age cracking (3.6.B.4d)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
exhaust corroded
outer sills covered
undertrays and engine covers fitted
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
slight corrosion to both inner front brake discs
engine management light on
n/s rear tyre low on inner edge
Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS
nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge
offside rear tyre worn on inside edge
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge
offside rear tyre worn on inside edge
Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) locking device missing (3.1.4b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
front & rear discs poor condition
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
front & rear discs poor condition
Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
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FB03 JRX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FB03 JRX, 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 FB03 JRX registered?
FB03 JRX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 April 2003.
Is FB03 JRX safe to buy?
The MOT history for FB03 JRX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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