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FN03 EFB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,958 mi
Last recorded51,958 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 EFB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 51,958 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 51,764 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 51,256 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 49,591 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Road wheel slightly distorted Nearside + Offside (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 45,915 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under trays and covers limit inspection

Pass 15 May 2017 43,101 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 42,607 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 42,050 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 41,440 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 41,440 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 37,441 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 37,349 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 35,736 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 32,676 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2010 30,042 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 28,503 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 26,174 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 26,173 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 21,843 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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FN03 EFB 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 84.2%.

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 FN03 EFB, 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 FN03 EFB registered?

FN03 EFB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FN03 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN03 EFB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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