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YF03 FPE

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,169 mi
Last recorded33,169 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 FPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 33,169 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 33,169 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 31,852 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2024 31,852 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 31,403 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 31,392 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 30,640 miles

Engine covers and Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 30,313 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2014 30,285 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2009 29,812 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 27,514 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2006 20,906 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 20,904 miles

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

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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YF03 FPE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YF03 FPE, 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 YF03 FPE registered?

YF03 FPE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is YF03 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 FPE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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