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1 MKE

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

27,626 mi
Last recorded27,626 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 MKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 27,626 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285-35-18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 26,583 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 25,598 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 23,923 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 21,528 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 20,253 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 19,283 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 19,283 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 13,888 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2015 14,700 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 11,899 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 11,279 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2011 11,080 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

osr ,osf tyres - worn inner shoulders

Fail 29 Oct 2011 11,080 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

osr ,osf tyres - worn inner shoulders

Pass 9 Nov 2010 10,852 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2009 9,866 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 9,007 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 8,041 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Nov 2006 6,716 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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1 MKE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 1 MKE, 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 1 MKE registered?

1 MKE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is 1 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1 MKE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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