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AD03 XPE

2003 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

110,435 mi
Last recorded110,435 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk59,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 XPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 110,435 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 99,145 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

General corrosion to under-body and suspension components

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

Pass 28 May 2024 88,510 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 85,055 miles

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 84,132 miles

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

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wipers seem slow

Pass 10 Jun 2021 83,814 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

esp warning lamp on dash

wipers don't move as fast as they should

Pass 6 Jun 2019 83,497 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 83,263 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 82,932 miles

offside rear tyre has a cut in tread but no cords showing

Pass 9 Jun 2016 82,219 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 82,216 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 81,284 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 80,415 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 79,182 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 77,268 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 72,521 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 66,083 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 60,407 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 54,266 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 47,059 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 39,185 miles

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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AD03 XPE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AD03 XPE, 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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What year was AD03 XPE registered?

AD03 XPE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is AD03 XPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 XPE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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