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KW03 XZT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

45,043 mi
Last recorded45,043 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 XZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 45,043 miles

offside headlamp beam pattern deteriorating

Pass 28 Nov 2024 42,859 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 42,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 41,773 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 40,255 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 38,904 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 36,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front shock absorber dust boot split

Pass 31 May 2018 33,248 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 30,558 miles

Nearside Front tyre casing perished

Nearside Rear tyre casing perished

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

Offside Front tyre casing perished

Offside Rear tyre casing perished

Pass 4 May 2016 27,385 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 4 Mar 2015 23,633 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 22,947 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 13,720 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 10,021 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 9,060 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 9,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

all tyres cracking / splitting on outter edgesof tread

Pass 30 Apr 2010 7,879 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 6,856 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 5,890 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 4,990 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 3,866 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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KW03 XZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KW03 XZT, 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 KW03 XZT?

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What year was KW03 XZT registered?

KW03 XZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is KW03 XZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 XZT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KW03 XZT have outstanding finance?

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