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A3 USB

2003 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

123,885 mi
Last recorded123,885 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk59,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 USB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 123,885 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 123,885 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 118,091 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 118,091 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 115,467 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 115,467 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 114,078 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 109,352 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 108,732 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear section above rear differential (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear section behind rear differential (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) excessive play in drag link joints (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 102,665 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 99,048 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 96,035 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 94,603 miles

heavy cracking to all tyres on the vehicle front and rear

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Fail 12 Sep 2016 94,570 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

all tyres on the vehicle front and rear are cracking

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Pass 16 Sep 2015 93,157 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 90,983 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 88,595 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 85,525 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 84,243 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 80,389 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 73,821 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 63,726 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 63,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 53,333 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 30,131 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 30,124 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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A3 USB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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

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 A3 USB, 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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A3 USB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 July 2003.

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