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8 MES

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,752 mi
Last recorded23,752 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 MES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 23,752 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 23,362 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 22,814 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 22,661 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 22,219 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 21,713 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 21,609 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 21,589 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 21,274 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 20,423 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 19,844 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,923 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,533 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 16,472 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 26 Apr 2011 15,494 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 15,247 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 14,680 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 13,868 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 12,304 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,054 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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8 MES is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 8 MES, 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

How do I check the history of 8 MES?

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What year was 8 MES registered?

8 MES is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is 8 MES safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8 MES shows 20 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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