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S8 NNT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,480 mi
Last recorded123,480 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 NNT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 123,480 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 120,110 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 110,173 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 108,549 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 103,983 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jul 2015 103,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 99,467 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 90,347 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 84,777 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 84,777 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 76,588 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 76,588 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 61,870 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 46,946 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both sides outer sills and undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,666 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 22,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Nov 2006 14,727 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 14,727 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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S8 NNT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S8 NNT, 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 S8 NNT registered?

S8 NNT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is S8 NNT safe to buy?

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