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H1 RKL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

35,713 mi
Last recorded35,713 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 RKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 35,713 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 34,169 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 30,612 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 30,419 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 29,848 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 29,064 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 28,150 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 27,264 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 26,425 miles

engine cover

under tray

Pass 20 Apr 2018 25,019 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres perished

nearside and offside rear tyres perished

Pass 18 Apr 2017 24,483 miles

Deep cuts on nearside and offside front tyres and both tyres starting to perish

Nearside and offside rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 21 Apr 2016 23,615 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 22,776 miles

Nearside and offside front tyre treads starting to perish

Nearside and offside rear tyre treads starting to perish

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 21,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 19,664 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 17,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 14,899 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 13,246 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 11,995 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 11,207 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 9,545 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 9,527 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 7,994 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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H1 RKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 H1 RKL, 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 H1 RKL?

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What year was H1 RKL registered?

H1 RKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is H1 RKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H1 RKL shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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