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LY03 RXX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

91,986 mi
Last recorded91,986 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 RXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 91,986 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 89,627 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 85,454 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 82,547 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

can't check sills fully kit fitted

near side wiper smears slightley

steering lock inop

Pass 9 Jan 2012 79,572 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 76,986 miles

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

can't check sills fully kit fitted

engine and underbody covers fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2011 76,986 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

can't check sills fully kit fitted

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2010 73,368 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 69,248 miles

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

can't check sills fully kit fitted

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2008 65,166 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 63,464 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 46,389 miles

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

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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LY03 RXX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LY03 RXX, 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 LY03 RXX registered?

LY03 RXX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is LY03 RXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY03 RXX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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