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V600 HEW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,528 mi
Last recorded69,528 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV600 HEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 69,528 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 67,963 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 67,608 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 67,535 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 66,855 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 66,630 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 65,175 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2015 68,012 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 62,413 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 62,265 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 59,213 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 59,195 miles

Power steering rack noisy on right hand lock.

Rear under tray insecure.

Pass 18 May 2011 57,671 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 54,960 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 54,105 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 48,965 miles

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

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

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

front offside tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 25 Jul 2007 42,565 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 35,156 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 35,154 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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V600 HEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V600 HEW, 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 V600 HEW?

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What year was V600 HEW registered?

V600 HEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is V600 HEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V600 HEW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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