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OO51 GAP

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,645 mi
Last recorded97,645 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO51 GAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 97,645 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 78,095 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 75,949 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 74,813 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 73,792 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 69,763 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 67,881 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 67,232 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 64,290 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 61,694 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 51,242 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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OO51 GAP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OO51 GAP, 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

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What year was OO51 GAP registered?

OO51 GAP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is OO51 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OO51 GAP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OO51 GAP have outstanding finance?

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