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FW03 COX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,924 mi
Last recorded77,924 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW03 COX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 77,924 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 75,918 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 74,397 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 71,469 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 69,020 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 68,404 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 67,834 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 61,539 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 57,088 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 50,119 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 49,079 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 46,721 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 44,525 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 41,134 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2012 37,036 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 36,334 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 33,328 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 26,610 miles

customer asked for tread depth's front's 4 mm rear's 5 mm

Pass 15 Jan 2009 24,993 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 18,813 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 15,191 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)

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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FW03 COX 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 100%.

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 FW03 COX, 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

How do I check the history of FW03 COX?

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What year was FW03 COX registered?

FW03 COX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is FW03 COX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW03 COX shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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