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L17 BOA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

67,386 mi
Last recorded67,386 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL17 BOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 67,386 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted dents in both left hand inner rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears edging off badly inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 64,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edging off badly inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Road wheel slightly distorted dents in both left hand inner rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 61,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears edging off (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 59,575 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted dent in inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2022 59,574 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted dent in inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 58,473 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing badly inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 56,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm outer rose joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall has long cuts to inner sidewall at edge of tread not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 46,697 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 40,416 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 33,732 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 2x chips in n/s (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 33,732 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 2x chips in n/s (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 May 2016 30,196 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

outer dust covers cracking on both rear & n/s/front suspension units

Fail 22 Apr 2016 30,165 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise n/side screen washer jet blocked

outer dust covers cracking on both rear & n/s/front suspension units

Pass 15 Apr 2015 24,514 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 24,514 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 16,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2014 16,677 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 16,399 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 16,053 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 15,352 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 15,004 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 12,542 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 10,677 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 9,509 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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L17 BOA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 L17 BOA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L17 BOA registered?

L17 BOA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is L17 BOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L17 BOA shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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