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PF52 YJY

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,221 mi
Last recorded39,221 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF52 YJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 39,221 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 36,520 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 33,549 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 33,549 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 33,459 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 32,630 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 31,934 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 31,233 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 30,735 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 28,146 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 26,694 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 23,558 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 21,042 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 20,558 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 20,091 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 17,111 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,287 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 15,188 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 13,467 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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PF52 YJY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black 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 PF52 YJY, 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 PF52 YJY?

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What year was PF52 YJY registered?

PF52 YJY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is PF52 YJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF52 YJY 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.

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