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C3 TBR

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,063 mi
Last recorded43,063 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 TBR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 43,063 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 42,443 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 41,738 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 41,235 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 40,864 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 40,549 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 40,005 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 38,759 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 36,283 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,049 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 33,898 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 31,187 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 30,860 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2011 30,169 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 29,363 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 28,748 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 25,581 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 20,136 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 13,791 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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C3 TBR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 C3 TBR, 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 C3 TBR registered?

C3 TBR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is C3 TBR safe to buy?

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