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HV03 ANU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,898 mi
Last recorded100,898 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 ANU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 100,898 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

under body covers fitted

Fail 12 Aug 2019 100,896 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

under body covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2017 100,552 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 99,944 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 94,334 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 84,813 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 78,425 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 76,663 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 76,657 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 64,338 miles

top cover fitted

under tary fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2007 41,205 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2006 28,657 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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HV03 ANU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HV03 ANU, 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 HV03 ANU registered?

HV03 ANU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is HV03 ANU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV03 ANU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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