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D3 XKP

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,462 mi
Last recorded77,462 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 XKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 77,462 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2025 74,177 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 67,401 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 67,125 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 66,673 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 66,009 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 65,690 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 65,114 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 64,251 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 63,096 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 49,523 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 47,769 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 44,394 miles

both rear coil spring protective dust covers are split

Pass 22 Apr 2014 40,989 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2013 37,283 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 32,924 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 28,138 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 25,439 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 25,439 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2009 22,525 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 18,675 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 18,675 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 May 2007 15,815 miles

both front tyres wearing on th inside edge

Pass 5 May 2006 11,800 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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D3 XKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 D3 XKP, 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 D3 XKP registered?

D3 XKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is D3 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 XKP shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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