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YL53 AHV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,703 mi
Last recorded71,703 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL53 AHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 71,703 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 67,319 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 59,793 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 49,508 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 41,002 miles

Nearside Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 38,286 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 38,286 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2009 34,786 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 32,212 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 23,626 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 23,626 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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YL53 AHV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YL53 AHV, 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 YL53 AHV?

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What year was YL53 AHV registered?

YL53 AHV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is YL53 AHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL53 AHV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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