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MA03 NFG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

93,572 mi
Last recorded93,572 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA03 NFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 93,572 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view drivers (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 86,606 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 85,490 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 77,800 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 64,049 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 52,364 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 39,465 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 39,206 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2007 27,961 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2006 18,622 miles

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

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

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

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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MA03 NFG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MA03 NFG, 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 MA03 NFG registered?

MA03 NFG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is MA03 NFG safe to buy?

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