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E51 FLO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,524 mi
Last recorded59,524 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE51 FLO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 59,524 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 58,185 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 58,088 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 57,792 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 55,389 miles

both rear tyre tread depths 3mm only

Pass 21 Feb 2017 53,134 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 49,293 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 45,663 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 43,481 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 42,032 miles

nearside rear side and brake light source 50% only at time of test

Fail 26 Jun 2012 42,020 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside rear side and brake light source 50% only at time of test

Pass 6 Jun 2011 39,976 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 37,876 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 31,955 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 28,031 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 24,925 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 19,250 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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E51 FLO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 E51 FLO, 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 E51 FLO registered?

E51 FLO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is E51 FLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E51 FLO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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