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SL51 BOB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,574 mi
Last recorded83,574 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL51 BOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 83,574 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 83,103 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 82,512 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 81,989 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 81,247 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 79,560 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 78,341 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 76,639 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Jan 2014 76,635 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 75,883 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 75,883 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

managment light on

Pass 1 Dec 2011 73,705 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 65,472 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 55,161 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 55,161 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 50,636 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 36,078 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 36,078 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 27,964 miles

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

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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SL51 BOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SL51 BOB, 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 SL51 BOB registered?

SL51 BOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 July 2003.

Is SL51 BOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL51 BOB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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