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YP53 GUA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,905 mi
Last recorded38,905 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 GUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 38,905 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 38,877 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 38,425 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 37,330 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 37,166 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,791 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 36,292 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 35,022 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 33,703 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 33,703 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 24,801 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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YP53 GUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 YP53 GUA, 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 YP53 GUA?

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What year was YP53 GUA registered?

YP53 GUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is YP53 GUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 GUA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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