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KX03 DKD

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,802 mi
Last recorded55,802 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 DKD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 55,802 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 55,661 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 55,471 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 55,290 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 55,144 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 54,941 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 54,679 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 54,422 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 53,867 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 53,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 52,908 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 51,729 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 49,966 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 47,922 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 47,919 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 45,066 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 45,052 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2010 41,595 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 38,481 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 33,780 miles

2 emission sheets printed

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

large under trays

offside head/liught aim on right/hand limit/

Pass 10 Jan 2008 29,663 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 23,460 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 23,460 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 18,168 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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KX03 DKD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KX03 DKD, 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

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What year was KX03 DKD registered?

KX03 DKD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is KX03 DKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX03 DKD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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