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YE03 WTU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,764 mi
Last recorded92,764 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 WTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 92,764 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2026 92,764 miles

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 86,609 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side rear (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake pipe & suspension components corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2025 86,609 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side rear (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake pipe & suspension components corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2022 86,519 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 86,491 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 85,882 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 84,481 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 83,619 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view more then half faded (8.1.2a)

Fail 19 Oct 2017 83,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view more then half faded (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 82,506 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 80,987 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 79,389 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 75,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all the running gear has surface rust from standing with no use

Pass 28 Sep 2011 73,099 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 69,850 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 66,248 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 63,439 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 49,120 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 42,275 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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YE03 WTU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE03 WTU, 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 YE03 WTU registered?

YE03 WTU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 March 2003.

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