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55 KES

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,822 mi
Last recorded15,822 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration55 KES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 30 Dec 2025 15,822 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 15,639 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 15,611 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 15,275 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 15,247 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 14,558 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 14,241 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 13,763 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 13,529 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 13,306 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 12,656 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 12,586 miles

Engine Management Light is on

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

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

Offside rear tyre has a screw in it

Pass 26 Oct 2011 11,540 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 10,852 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 9,770 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 8,148 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 7,377 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 6,533 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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55 KES is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 55 KES, 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 55 KES registered?

55 KES is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is 55 KES safe to buy?

The MOT history for 55 KES shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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