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G16 DBR

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,665 mi
Last recorded58,665 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 DBR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2026 58,665 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 58,244 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 57,605 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 55,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 54,690 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front ball joints rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 54,509 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 54,242 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 53,982 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 53,803 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 53,495 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 53,205 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 52,874 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 51,429 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 49,153 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 34,058 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 33,823 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 27,027 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 23,864 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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G16 DBR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 G16 DBR, 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 G16 DBR registered?

G16 DBR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is G16 DBR safe to buy?

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