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V80 GLH

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

90,163 mi
Last recorded90,163 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV80 GLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 90,163 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 88,072 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 84,747 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 82,837 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 79,975 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2016 73,153 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 70,811 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 64,081 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 60,063 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 57,870 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 55,344 miles

heavy abc oil leak from nsf corner, unable to confirm which component as undertrays obscure view

Pass 21 Jun 2010 50,763 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 50,763 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 8 May 2009 41,015 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 8 May 2009 41,015 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 33,894 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 33,893 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 30 Aug 2007 33,759 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 21,332 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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V80 GLH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V80 GLH, 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 V80 GLH registered?

V80 GLH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 April 2003.

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