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LR03 PWF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

86,764 mi
Last recorded86,764 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 PWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 86,764 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 86,537 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 86,420 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 86,052 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 83,849 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 83,849 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 81,320 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 81,122 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 80,719 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 79,791 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 78,203 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 75,234 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 72,823 miles

both rear tyres have a nail in tread

Pass 16 Jun 2010 65,774 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2009 53,164 miles

Slight misting of oil from nearside front leveling unit.

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

Fail 18 Jun 2009 53,164 miles

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

Slight misting of oil from nearside front leveling unit.

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 41,563 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 40,853 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 38,802 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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LR03 PWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 LR03 PWF, 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 LR03 PWF registered?

LR03 PWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is LR03 PWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 PWF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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