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PA03 EWZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,503 mi
Last recorded75,503 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA03 EWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 75,503 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2021 74,953 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 73,876 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 73,769 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 73,310 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 72,486 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 71,328 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 70,100 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 68,633 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 60,105 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 60,105 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 54,332 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 13 Apr 2010 49,212 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 44,213 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 34,805 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,467 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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PA03 EWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 PA03 EWZ, 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 PA03 EWZ registered?

PA03 EWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is PA03 EWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA03 EWZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PA03 EWZ have outstanding finance?

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