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YC03 NZZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,079 mi
Last recorded107,079 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 NZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 107,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water in headlamp unit (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 107,079 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water in headlamp unit (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 106,152 miles

Central exhaust corroded system outer skin

Fail 11 Sep 2019 106,152 miles

Central Front Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Central exhaust corroded system outer skin

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 104,801 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded on the elbow ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2018 104,801 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded on the elbow ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 103,037 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 101,834 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 101,834 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported gear box mount on side (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 100,236 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 100,230 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 96,331 miles

Exhaust centre mounting fractured

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 85,229 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 85,229 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 75,480 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 66,959 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 56,591 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 47,641 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 36,953 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 27,816 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 22,450 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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YC03 NZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YC03 NZZ, 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 YC03 NZZ?

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What year was YC03 NZZ registered?

YC03 NZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is YC03 NZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC03 NZZ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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