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B10 PDS

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,125 mi
Last recorded29,125 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 PDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 29,125 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 28,489 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 27,740 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 27,517 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 27,512 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 26,967 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 26,243 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 26,098 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 25,602 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 22,884 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 21,837 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 20,489 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 20,489 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 18,454 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 16,361 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 14,525 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 12,877 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 11,716 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 10,991 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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B10 PDS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 B10 PDS, 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 B10 PDS?

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What year was B10 PDS registered?

B10 PDS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is B10 PDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B10 PDS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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