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F3 SKW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,310 mi
Last recorded28,310 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 SKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 28,310 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 27,547 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 26,403 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 23,659 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 22,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 22,169 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front suspension rubber bellow/casing perishing

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 22,070 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

both rear brakes binding

Pass 23 Feb 2017 21,355 miles

rear brakes binding on

Fail 23 Feb 2017 21,353 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (3.7.B.5b)

rear brakes binding on

Pass 1 Mar 2016 20,613 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 19,957 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 19,167 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 18,756 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,431 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 17,243 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 15,886 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 15,210 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 14,740 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 14,082 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2006 10,084 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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F3 SKW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 F3 SKW, 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 F3 SKW registered?

F3 SKW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is F3 SKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 SKW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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