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K55 TTB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

58,561 mi
Last recorded58,561 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK55 TTB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2014 58,561 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 58,561 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 54,038 miles

vehicle has hid headlights self levelling does not appear to work cleaning device and aim ok giving benifit of doubt ref 1.7 of the manual

Fail 19 Nov 2013 54,038 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 47,105 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 47,105 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 43,037 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 37,751 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 37,751 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 32,537 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 32,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 29,052 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 29,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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K55 TTB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 K55 TTB, 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 K55 TTB registered?

K55 TTB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is K55 TTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K55 TTB shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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