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P9 WOS

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

158,853 mi
Last recorded158,853 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 WOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 158,853 miles

Both headlight require polishing to improve light output and beam quality. Currently weak

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

EPC warning on dash but warning light not illuminated

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Fail 19 Jan 2024 158,853 miles

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

Both headlight require polishing to improve light output and beam quality. Currently weak

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

EPC warning on dash but warning light not illuminated

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 18 Jan 2023 155,538 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 155,537 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 152,851 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 144,636 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 139,426 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 135,675 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 129,145 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2017 129,145 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 123,098 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 117,240 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 112,340 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 103,218 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 96,221 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2012 96,221 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 88,285 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 79,847 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 16 Oct 2009 70,026 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 58,674 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 42,777 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 39,312 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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P9 WOS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P9 WOS, 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 P9 WOS registered?

P9 WOS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 August 2003.

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