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Y700 DMC

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,244 mi
Last recorded71,244 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY700 DMC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 71,244 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 71,244 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2017 70,659 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 63,120 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 60,084 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 56,708 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 53,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2011 49,852 miles

rear bar bent on nearside

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

slight sweat nearside front hydraulic pipe

Fail 23 Apr 2009 45,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 45,465 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 32,124 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 23,214 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2007 23,213 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 19,261 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 19,259 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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Y700 DMC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y700 DMC, 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

How do I check the history of Y700 DMC?

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What year was Y700 DMC registered?

Y700 DMC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is Y700 DMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y700 DMC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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