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LX03 GGF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,187 mi
Last recorded70,187 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 GGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 70,187 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 May 2012 70,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 64,858 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 64,858 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 63,316 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 57,413 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 54,334 miles

offside rear tyre wearing thin

Pass 19 Dec 2007 42,736 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre wall damaged

Pass 14 Aug 2006 37,506 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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LX03 GGF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LX03 GGF, 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 LX03 GGF registered?

LX03 GGF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LX03 GGF safe to buy?

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