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KU03 YMJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,050 mi
Last recorded12,050 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 YMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 12,050 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 10,838 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 10,011 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 9,371 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 8,959 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 7,946 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 6,740 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 6,015 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 5,667 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 5,508 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 5,137 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 5,102 miles

brake discs corroded on inner edges

Pass 25 Feb 2010 4,962 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 4,357 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 3,853 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 3,253 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 3,253 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 2,571 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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KU03 YMJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 KU03 YMJ, 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 KU03 YMJ registered?

KU03 YMJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is KU03 YMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 YMJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU03 YMJ have outstanding finance?

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