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A19 SRE

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,374 mi
Last recorded64,374 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 SRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 64,374 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 60,811 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 56,189 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 51,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 47,585 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 42,915 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 42,705 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 42,288 miles

Slight wear in O/S/F & N/S/F strut lower bushes

Pass 29 Sep 2017 41,715 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 41,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2016 41,187 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 41,171 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative jet extends but no fluid emitted (1.7.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 40,673 miles

Both rear tyres are worn on the inner edge

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

The offside headlamp washer requires attention

Fail 5 Oct 2015 40,673 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear tyres are worn on the inner edge

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

The offside headlamp washer requires attention

Pass 2 Oct 2014 40,259 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing on extreem inner edges

The offside headlamp washer is requires attention

Pass 2 Oct 2013 38,501 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 36,660 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 34,612 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 31,757 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 30,331 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 28,733 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 26,977 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 19,649 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 19,646 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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A19 SRE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A19 SRE, 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 A19 SRE?

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What year was A19 SRE registered?

A19 SRE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is A19 SRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 SRE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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