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E603 SFK

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,303 mi
Last recorded26,303 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE603 SFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 26,303 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2024 26,059 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 25,733 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 25,277 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 25,083 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 24,755 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 23,619 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 23,492 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 22,501 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 22,397 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 22,260 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Dec 2010 22,260 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 21,769 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 21,758 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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E603 SFK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 E603 SFK, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E603 SFK registered?

E603 SFK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is E603 SFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E603 SFK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E603 SFK have outstanding finance?

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