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L55 MBH

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,998 mi
Last recorded96,998 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 MBH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2023 96,998 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 96,897 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 96,427 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 95,620 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 94,780 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 93,714 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 91,574 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 89,730 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 87,977 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 23 Oct 2012 78,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 66,853 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 59,734 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 51,443 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 47,021 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 46,035 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 39,794 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 34,510 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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L55 MBH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L55 MBH, 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 L55 MBH registered?

L55 MBH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is L55 MBH safe to buy?

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