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LE03 UNW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,484 mi
Last recorded90,484 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE03 UNW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 90,484 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 90,484 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 90,304 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 90,304 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jun 2017 88,684 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 81,856 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 76,932 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 76,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 73,039 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 67,879 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 63,629 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 60,382 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 60,382 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 55,443 miles

both rear tyres low

Pass 30 Oct 2008 44,159 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 44,158 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 17,093 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 11 Apr 2007 17,022 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 UNW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LE03 UNW, 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 LE03 UNW registered?

LE03 UNW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is LE03 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE03 UNW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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