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DC03 YLZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

88,633 mi
Last recorded88,633 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 YLZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 88,633 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 88,333 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 87,964 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 87,338 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 86,426 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 85,259 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 83,626 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 80,394 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 73,214 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 69,451 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 69,409 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint front suspension rear arm (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint front suspension front arm (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 64,450 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 59,291 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 54,034 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 44,394 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 38,252 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 38,252 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 34,177 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 28,284 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 23,391 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 17,277 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 16,437 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 14,913 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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DC03 YLZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DC03 YLZ, 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 DC03 YLZ registered?

DC03 YLZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is DC03 YLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC03 YLZ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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