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WN03 COA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

114,082 mi
Last recorded114,082 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN03 COA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 114,082 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 114,082 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 113,192 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 112,780 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 112,656 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 112,656 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 109,341 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 102,741 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 97,343 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)

Fail 13 May 2016 97,343 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 91,394 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 89,864 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 86,963 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2013 86,950 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 81,302 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 81,302 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 70,255 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 65,624 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 65,624 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 62,768 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 62,763 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 57,113 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 57,085 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 57,085 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Rear 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 13 Mar 2008 50,766 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 43,554 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 28,932 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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WN03 COA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 WN03 COA, 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

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What year was WN03 COA registered?

WN03 COA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is WN03 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN03 COA shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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