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888 KS

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,967 mi
Last recorded46,967 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration888 KS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 46,967 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 46,760 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 45,969 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 44,311 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 43,543 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 42,548 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 42,405 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 41,878 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 41,332 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 41,276 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 40,679 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 40,513 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 39,800 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 38,481 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both rear tyres wearing inner edges also wearing thin

Pass 27 Sep 2008 35,807 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 32,363 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 29,698 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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888 KS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 888 KS, 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 888 KS registered?

888 KS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is 888 KS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 888 KS shows 17 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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