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AY03 RBF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,189 mi
Last recorded64,189 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 RBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 64,189 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 59,605 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 54,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 10 Nov 2022 53,332 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 53,063 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 51,154 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 46,263 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 42,428 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 39,200 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 34,634 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 34,503 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 29,133 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 24,323 miles

both front top suspension arms rear bushes slightly worn

both rear tyres worn to wear markers

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 7 Jan 2010 24,212 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

both front top suspension arms rear bushes slightly worn

both rear tyres worn to wear markers

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 17 Sep 2008 17,444 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,102 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 10,299 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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AY03 RBF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AY03 RBF, 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 AY03 RBF?

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What year was AY03 RBF registered?

AY03 RBF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is AY03 RBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 RBF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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