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KG03 FNR

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

95,254 mi
Last recorded95,254 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 FNR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 95,254 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 93,876 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 93,515 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 91,685 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 90,582 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 89,779 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 89,440 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 88,045 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 86,400 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 84,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 78,805 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 68,661 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 60,602 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 60,594 miles

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

Offside Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 52,312 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

leak from osr suspension unit

Pass 12 Mar 2010 45,769 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 39,388 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

n/s front suspension unit has slight oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2008 38,540 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 35,657 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 31,566 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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KG03 FNR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KG03 FNR, 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 KG03 FNR?

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What year was KG03 FNR registered?

KG03 FNR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is KG03 FNR safe to buy?

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