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FP03 EDL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,239 mi
Last recorded139,239 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 EDL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 139,239 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 139,197 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 135,629 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 134,064 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 122,294 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 122,294 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 106,909 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 106,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 92,200 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 73,946 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 56,876 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 39,229 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 23,543 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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FP03 EDL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FP03 EDL, 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 FP03 EDL registered?

FP03 EDL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is FP03 EDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 EDL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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