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777 SYD

2003 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

74,206 mi
Last recorded74,206 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk59,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration777 SYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 74,206 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 65,983 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 65,983 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 57,884 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 55,333 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 51,130 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 48,581 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 46,689 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 45,446 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 43,575 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

engine covers fitted

front brake imbalance close to legal limit

steering damper has light misting of oil

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2016 42,482 miles

steering damper leaking

Pass 3 Mar 2015 38,808 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 36,278 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 34,527 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 33,500 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 32,155 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 30,739 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 29,532 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 26,495 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 23,696 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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777 SYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 59,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 777 SYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 777 SYD registered?

777 SYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is 777 SYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 777 SYD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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