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D17 ADD

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,527 mi
Last recorded135,527 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD17 ADD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 135,527 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 134,156 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 133,748 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 133,748 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2023 132,779 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 130,324 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 130,314 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 126,596 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 121,319 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

all tyres 4mm

Pass 18 Apr 2018 113,621 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 106,462 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016
Pass 13 Apr 2015 93,491 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 87,663 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 82,543 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 77,291 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 72,325 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 65,532 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 57,027 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 7 Apr 2008 49,563 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 41,985 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 26,140 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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D17 ADD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 D17 ADD, 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 D17 ADD?

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What year was D17 ADD registered?

D17 ADD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is D17 ADD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D17 ADD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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