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V13 SMA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

101,307 mi
Last recorded101,307 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV13 SMA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 101,307 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 100,177 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 97,708 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 91,746 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 83,421 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 71,979 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 62,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2014 62,784 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 58,418 miles

noise at rear unable to find fault so pass and advise

Pass 19 Jul 2013 54,556 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 49,209 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 42,708 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 39,266 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 32,581 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 29,067 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 20,459 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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V13 SMA 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 V13 SMA, 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.

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What year was V13 SMA registered?

V13 SMA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is V13 SMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V13 SMA 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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