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AR03 JKK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,837 mi
Last recorded29,837 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR03 JKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2017 29,837 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,759 miles

all 4 tyres cracking on side walls but not to cords at time test

Pass 21 Mar 2015 27,483 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 26,040 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 25,468 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 24,568 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 24,361 miles

all four tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 25 Mar 2010 23,522 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 21,677 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 20,963 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 19,235 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 17,542 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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AR03 JKK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AR03 JKK, 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.

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What year was AR03 JKK registered?

AR03 JKK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is AR03 JKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR03 JKK shows 12 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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