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WK52 YLM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,561 mi
Last recorded32,561 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK52 YLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 32,561 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,718 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery lamp on

Fail 21 Jun 2012 31,699 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 Feb 2011 30,309 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 4 Feb 2011 30,309 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

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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WK52 YLM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WK52 YLM, 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 WK52 YLM registered?

WK52 YLM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is WK52 YLM safe to buy?

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