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SL03 SAM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,055 mi
Last recorded20,055 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 SAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 20,055 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 19,465 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 19,465 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle crack (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 19,262 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 18,732 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 18,732 miles

Offside Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 18,164 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 17,602 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,785 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 16,366 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 15,880 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 12,787 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 11,437 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 9,970 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 8,440 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 6,741 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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SL03 SAM 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 SL03 SAM, 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 SL03 SAM?

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What year was SL03 SAM registered?

SL03 SAM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is SL03 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL03 SAM 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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