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XXY 500

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXXY 500
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021
Fail 4 Jul 2020 16,126 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 16,026 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 15,265 miles

Offside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 14,511 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 13,772 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 12,944 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 11,879 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 10,933 miles

unable to check fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 23 Feb 2010 10,308 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Feb 2009 9,336 miles

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)

o/s/ mirror glass , slightly deterated

rear number plate slightly deterated

Pass 21 Feb 2008 8,326 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 7,500 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 6,327 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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XXY 500 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 XXY 500, 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 XXY 500 registered?

XXY 500 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is XXY 500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XXY 500 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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