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AT03 HCT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,346 mi
Last recorded94,346 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT03 HCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 94,346 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 91,377 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 91,364 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Middle ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 88,913 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 86,215 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 84,382 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 82,628 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 82,441 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 81,889 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 81,357 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 80,444 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 80,444 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 78,185 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 78,185 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 78,133 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 76,507 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 75,819 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 74,501 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 74,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 73,181 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 65,801 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 65,466 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 47,966 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 44,649 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 35,953 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 35,951 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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AT03 HCT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AT03 HCT, 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 AT03 HCT registered?

AT03 HCT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is AT03 HCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT03 HCT shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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