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GV03 KFC

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,872 mi
Last recorded31,872 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 KFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2025 31,872 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 31,447 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 29,931 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 28,968 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 27,604 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 26,492 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 24,036 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 22,840 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Upper and lower engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2015 22,517 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 20,612 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 19,992 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,109 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 15,225 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 14,040 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 12,786 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 10,607 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 8,121 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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GV03 KFC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 GV03 KFC, 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 GV03 KFC registered?

GV03 KFC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is GV03 KFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV03 KFC shows 17 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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