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LL03 ABF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,811 mi
Last recorded96,811 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL03 ABF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 96,811 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 92,263 miles

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

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 87,205 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 81,238 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 74,478 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 68,574 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 61,163 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 54,283 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 48,708 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 43,941 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 39,626 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 35,042 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

travel on handbrake.

Pass 21 Feb 2007 28,674 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 21,626 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 21,625 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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LL03 ABF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LL03 ABF, 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 LL03 ABF registered?

LL03 ABF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is LL03 ABF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL03 ABF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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