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27 EG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,502 mi
Last recorded20,502 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration27 EG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 20,502 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 20,402 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 20,202 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 19,973 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 19,971 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 May 2021 19,791 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 19,667 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 19,644 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 19,514 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 19,330 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 19,305 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 19,190 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 18,944 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 18,542 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,706 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 16,539 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,217 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 14,413 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 13,717 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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27 EG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 27 EG, 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 27 EG registered?

27 EG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is 27 EG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 27 EG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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