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E2 HOS

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,527 mi
Last recorded23,527 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 HOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 23,527 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 23,518 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 23,508 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 23,473 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 23,377 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 23,370 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 23,094 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 23,014 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 23,007 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 22,836 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 22,611 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2014 22,543 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 22,313 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 22,044 miles

2 catalytic converters have been removed from exhaust system.

Fail 28 Feb 2012 22,042 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 19,387 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 18,727 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 18,028 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 16,758 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 14,865 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 13,771 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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E2 HOS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 E2 HOS, 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 E2 HOS registered?

E2 HOS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is E2 HOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E2 HOS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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