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V 123

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

8,028 mi
Last recorded8,028 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV 123
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 8,028 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 8,008 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 7,690 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 7,455 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 7,434 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 7,097 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 6,819 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 6,619 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 6,424 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 5,850 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 5,433 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 4,333 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 3,561 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 3,457 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 3,086 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 2,610 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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V 123 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 V 123, 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 V 123 registered?

V 123 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is V 123 safe to buy?

The MOT history for V 123 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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