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LE03 RWU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,622 mi
Last recorded47,622 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE03 RWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2020 47,622 miles

covers obscuring some components

Pass 31 Oct 2015 47,589 miles

under trays & covers obscuring components

Pass 15 Aug 2013 47,560 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 47,555 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 47,543 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

battery warning light on

Pass 10 Aug 2012 47,109 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

SRS light on

Fail 31 Aug 2011 43,786 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED ON INSIDE

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 43,786 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED ON INSIDE

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 39,847 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 32,867 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 32,866 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 26,853 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 19,676 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 14,866 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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LE03 RWU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LE03 RWU, 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

How do I check the history of LE03 RWU?

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What year was LE03 RWU registered?

LE03 RWU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LE03 RWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE03 RWU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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