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NY52 UVO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

149,412 mi
Last recorded149,412 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY52 UVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 149,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 149,368 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 149,330 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 149,255 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 149,124 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 148,816 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 148,298 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 141,816 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 141,816 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 128,811 miles

M.I.L Light on

Pass 20 Feb 2015 121,478 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 106,298 miles

rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 31 Jan 2013 92,770 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 75,320 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 59,376 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 50,586 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 50,038 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 36,860 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 12,759 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)

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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NY52 UVO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NY52 UVO, 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

How do I check the history of NY52 UVO?

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What year was NY52 UVO registered?

NY52 UVO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is NY52 UVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY52 UVO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NY52 UVO have outstanding finance?

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