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A10 DPY

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,604 mi
Last recorded46,604 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 DPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 46,604 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 46,478 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 46,174 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 45,976 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 45,698 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 45,368 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 44,701 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 43,450 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 42,676 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 41,894 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 41,167 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 40,083 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 38,377 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 36,602 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 34,757 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 33,251 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 29,960 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 27,538 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 27,538 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2007 26,960 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 20,526 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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A10 DPY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 A10 DPY, 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 A10 DPY registered?

A10 DPY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is A10 DPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 DPY shows 21 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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