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WR03 UWK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,031 mi
Last recorded82,031 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR03 UWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 82,031 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 80,611 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 78,352 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 78,352 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 78,333 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 78,210 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 76,586 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve welded (4.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 75,418 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 73,348 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 69,918 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 68,250 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 66,131 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 66,131 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 59,704 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 51,855 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 50,862 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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WR03 UWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WR03 UWK, 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 WR03 UWK registered?

WR03 UWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is WR03 UWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR03 UWK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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