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D1 RKF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,056 mi
Last recorded62,056 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 RKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 62,056 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 61,978 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 60,229 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 53,214 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 47,561 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 44,900 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 35,945 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 17,195 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 17,152 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 12,629 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 10,331 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 May 2010 10,331 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,654 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 6,715 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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D1 RKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 D1 RKF, 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

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What year was D1 RKF registered?

D1 RKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is D1 RKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D1 RKF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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