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B21 NSK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

119,015 mi
Last recorded119,015 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 NSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 119,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 116,258 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 112,131 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 107,745 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 101,926 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 97,170 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 92,250 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both centre tread area getting low. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 90,038 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 83,064 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 75,448 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 69,439 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 63,699 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 58,785 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 56,217 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 50,864 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 47,283 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 43,441 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 38,716 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 33,669 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 27,832 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 27,832 miles

Nearside Front 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)

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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B21 NSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B21 NSK, 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 B21 NSK registered?

B21 NSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is B21 NSK safe to buy?

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