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FG03 FPG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

118,841 mi
Last recorded118,841 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 FPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 118,841 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 118,345 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 116,609 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015
Pass 5 Sep 2014 107,468 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 93,377 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 77,254 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 68,523 miles

srs light on

Fail 14 Sep 2011 68,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

srs light on

Pass 2 Jun 2010 53,266 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres slightly perished around tread blocks

Pass 3 Jun 2009 47,939 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 44,231 miles

offside rear hub joint slight play

slight movement to offside front wheel bearing

Fail 8 May 2008 44,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

offside rear hub joint slight play

slight movement to offside front wheel bearing

Pass 31 Mar 2008 43,638 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 28,525 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside front tyre cut to outer sidewall not through to cords

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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FG03 FPG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FG03 FPG, 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 FG03 FPG registered?

FG03 FPG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 July 2003.

Is FG03 FPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 FPG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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