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OX03 YBB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,470 mi
Last recorded28,470 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX03 YBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 28,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2025 28,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords crack on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn pressed into the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords crack on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 28,106 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 27,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 26,649 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 26,649 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 25,896 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 24,721 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 24,698 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2018 24,698 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 May 2017 24,107 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 23,724 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,211 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 23,114 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 22,000 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 20,888 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 15 May 2012 19,840 miles

front tyres on 5mm

rear tyres on 2mm

Pass 11 May 2011 18,555 miles

rear tyres on 4mm

Pass 18 May 2010 16,856 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 15,457 miles

rear tyres on 4mm

Pass 22 May 2008 14,180 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 12,382 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 10,436 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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OX03 YBB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OX03 YBB, 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 OX03 YBB registered?

OX03 YBB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is OX03 YBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX03 YBB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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