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3 DK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,828 mi
Last recorded11,828 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 DK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2022 11,828 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 11,587 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 11,495 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

tyre pressure light req resetting

Pass 26 May 2016 11,283 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 11,140 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 10,706 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 10,464 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 10,288 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 10,101 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 9,634 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,137 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 8,361 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 7,545 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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3 DK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 3 DK, 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 3 DK registered?

3 DK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is 3 DK safe to buy?

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