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FD03 XCC

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

94,394 mi
Last recorded94,394 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 XCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 94,394 miles

Engine cover,sill covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2022 93,585 miles

Engine cover,sill covers and under-trays fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2022 93,584 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover,sill covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2021 90,712 miles

Engine cover,sill covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2019 88,470 miles

under tray fitted all over

Fail 21 Nov 2019 88,469 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

under tray fitted all over

Pass 21 Feb 2019 84,860 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 81,905 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 80,684 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 79,332 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 76,863 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 76,863 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 74,783 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 71,056 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,835 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 60,752 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 54,997 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 47,071 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 40,043 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 31,281 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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FD03 XCC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FD03 XCC, 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 FD03 XCC registered?

FD03 XCC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is FD03 XCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 XCC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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