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FN03 ESF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

69,918 mi
Last recorded69,918 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 ESF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 69,918 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 67,277 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 67,274 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 May 2024 66,988 miles

All 4 tyres are perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 22 Oct 2022 66,777 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 66,565 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 66,279 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 66,074 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 65,211 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 65,080 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 64,549 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 63,444 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 62,179 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 59,985 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 58,052 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 55,512 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 52,316 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 50,015 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 46,851 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 44,532 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 40,002 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 39,901 miles

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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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FN03 ESF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 FN03 ESF, 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 FN03 ESF registered?

FN03 ESF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is FN03 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN03 ESF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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