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S4 YVY

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,779 mi
Last recorded25,779 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS4 YVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2020 25,779 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside front fog light not working

Pass 29 Jul 2017 25,627 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Fail 28 Dec 2016 25,582 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated both (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 22,924 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 19,408 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 15,991 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 15,991 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 14,979 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 14,021 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 11,933 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 10,132 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 7,124 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 6,190 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 5,687 miles

The nearside front fog lamp is inoperative.

Pass 29 Aug 2006 4,437 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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S4 YVY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 S4 YVY, 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 S4 YVY registered?

S4 YVY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is S4 YVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S4 YVY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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