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HA51 YLE

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

51,496 mi
Last recorded51,496 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHA51 YLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 51,496 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 9 Feb 2024 51,493 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2023

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Seat belt not functioning as intended both (7.1.2 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both sides (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 51,295 miles

ENGINE COVERS UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 25 Nov 2021 49,924 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2020 47,914 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2020 47,904 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

check condition of rear brake pipes covers fitted

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2019 45,428 miles

Covers and under-trays obscuring view

Fail 26 Nov 2019 45,428 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers and under-trays obscuring view

Pass 15 Nov 2018 42,010 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2017 38,380 miles

covers and under-trays obscuring view

Pass 23 Nov 2016 34,206 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 30,006 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 25,277 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Nov 2013 21,065 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Nov 2012 20,213 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 20,166 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)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 17,925 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 14,073 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 12,460 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 9,647 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 8,130 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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HA51 YLE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HA51 YLE, 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 HA51 YLE registered?

HA51 YLE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is HA51 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HA51 YLE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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