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D7 ARB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,314 mi
Last recorded35,314 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD7 ARB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2026 35,314 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2025 35,702 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 34,440 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 33,634 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 33,035 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 32,640 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 32,027 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 31,702 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 30,600 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 29,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 28,356 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 27,703 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 26,709 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 24,982 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 23,582 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 22,532 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 21,374 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 18,383 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 18,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 16,993 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 14,224 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 11,097 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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D7 ARB 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 95.5%.

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 D7 ARB, 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 D7 ARB registered?

D7 ARB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is D7 ARB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D7 ARB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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