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S500 TWM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,168 mi
Last recorded57,168 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 TWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 57,168 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 57,158 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 57,154 miles

Front both metal brake pipes rusty

engine covers fitted floor pan covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2019 57,130 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 56,591 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 55,827 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 55,827 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 52,278 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 51,413 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 50,899 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Feb 2014

cut in sidewall of n/s/f tyre

cut in sidewall of o/s/f tyre

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 1 Feb 2013 49,049 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 48,595 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 48,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 46,221 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 39,239 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 35,550 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 31,837 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 26,507 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 26,369 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 26 Jun 2006 21,077 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 21,077 miles

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

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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S500 TWM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S500 TWM, 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 S500 TWM?

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What year was S500 TWM registered?

S500 TWM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is S500 TWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 TWM shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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