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MB03 TON

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

30,122 mi
Last recorded30,122 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB03 TON
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 30,122 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 29,535 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 29,422 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 29,232 miles

rear tyres low on tread

Pass 15 May 2019 29,143 miles

n/s and o/s rear tyres low on tread

Pass 15 May 2018 29,007 miles

n/s and o/s rear tyres low on tread

Pass 26 Jul 2016 28,959 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 28,959 miles

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

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 3 Jul 2015 28,904 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 28,540 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 28,012 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 27,753 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 26,606 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,011 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,716 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 23,091 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 19,659 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 19,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 15,942 miles

adjust washer jets missing screen

both rear tyres at 1.6mill advice

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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MB03 TON 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 89.5%.

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 MB03 TON, 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 MB03 TON registered?

MB03 TON is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is MB03 TON safe to buy?

The MOT history for MB03 TON shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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