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KS03 FUW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

79,108 mi
Last recorded79,108 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 FUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 79,108 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 77,803 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 77,764 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 76,236 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 75,361 miles

nearside headlamp initially inoperative on dipped beam

Fail 31 Mar 2016 75,361 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged chaffed on lower suspension arm (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

abs/pad warning cables loose n/s/f /not secured

nearside headlamp initially inoperative on dipped beam

Fail 23 Mar 2015 72,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 72,160 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 71,469 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 70,809 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 69,366 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

nearside front tyre sidewall has slight cracks

Pass 26 Aug 2010 67,484 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)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 63,482 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 63,482 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 56,393 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 54,559 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 50,099 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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KS03 FUW 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 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS03 FUW, 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 KS03 FUW?

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What year was KS03 FUW registered?

KS03 FUW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is KS03 FUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 FUW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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