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V2 JRV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

113,602 mi
Last recorded113,602 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 JRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 113,602 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 111,746 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 110,399 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 108,623 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 106,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/40/18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/40/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 103,495 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 103,484 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 100,792 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 98,840 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 90,187 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 79,865 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 66,655 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 58,070 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 43,301 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 28,555 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 14,000 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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V2 JRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc 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 V2 JRV, 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 V2 JRV registered?

V2 JRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is V2 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 JRV 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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