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G8 RFL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,777 mi
Last recorded88,777 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 RFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 88,777 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 88,777 miles

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2015 83,094 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 82,679 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 81,076 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 79,108 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 79,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 75,296 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 70,059 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 63,152 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 59,981 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 59,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 May 2006 48,472 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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G8 RFL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G8 RFL, 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 G8 RFL registered?

G8 RFL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is G8 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 RFL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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