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H3 TCK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

130,575 mi
Last recorded130,575 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 TCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 130,575 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2020 130,545 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers and shields fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2018 130,403 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 128,359 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 May 2017 128,356 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 122,113 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 113,848 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 113,829 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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 105,129 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 96,965 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 7 Feb 2012 91,505 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 91,505 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 85,839 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 77,012 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 61,363 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 61,363 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 51,251 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 37,724 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

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)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 37,724 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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H3 TCK 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 73.7%.

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 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 H3 TCK, 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 H3 TCK registered?

H3 TCK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 November 2003.

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