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YIG 1281

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,359 mi
Last recorded69,359 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIG 1281
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 69,359 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 67,981 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 67,495 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 66,257 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 64,632 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 63,326 miles

full length undertray prevents full inspection

Pass 25 Sep 2019 62,124 miles

full length undertray prevents full inspection

Pass 21 Sep 2018 59,613 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 56,531 miles

car has complete plastic undertray, unable to fully inspect

Pass 15 Sep 2016 54,280 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 54,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 51,761 miles

Handbrake requires very firm press to achieve minimum 16% effort and may need attention

Pass 29 Aug 2014 48,109 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 44,722 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 42,240 miles

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

both rear tyres inner edge wearing smooth + nearside rear inner sidewall slightly splitting

Pass 13 Dec 2011 36,715 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 30,828 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 25,819 miles

n/s and o/s front wheels have slight play

Pass 18 Dec 2008 22,479 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE WHEEL BEARING

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL ON MINIMUM

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING

Pass 17 Jan 2008 19,437 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 14,915 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

full underbody shield fitted.

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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YIG 1281 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 YIG 1281, 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 YIG 1281?

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What year was YIG 1281 registered?

YIG 1281 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is YIG 1281 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIG 1281 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YIG 1281 have outstanding finance?

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