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R90 DEY

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,780 mi
Last recorded58,780 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR90 DEY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 58,780 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs surfaces corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 58,660 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2021 58,660 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 58,536 miles

both front tyres showing edge wear,

Pass 5 Jun 2015 57,018 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 55,259 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 52,592 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly damaged (2.4.D.1b)

rear tyres outer edges have slight crackes

Pass 20 Oct 2012 48,847 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 47,353 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

all brake dics rusty

Pass 22 Feb 2010 44,324 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 40,178 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 40,178 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 40,010 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 37,605 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 37,605 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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R90 DEY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R90 DEY, 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 R90 DEY registered?

R90 DEY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is R90 DEY safe to buy?

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