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R2 UTO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,742 mi
Last recorded61,742 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 UTO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 61,742 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 61,037 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2022 61,037 miles

Road wheel fixing missing front and rear `1 each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 60,419 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 60,419 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 60,198 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 57,735 miles

Both front tyres slightley worn on edges

Pass 30 Apr 2015 57,172 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 57,078 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 56,111 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 55,167 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 52,434 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 49,944 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 42,004 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 19,000 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 12,723 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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R2 UTO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R2 UTO, 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 R2 UTO registered?

R2 UTO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is R2 UTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 UTO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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