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KYM 5C

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

65,431 mi
Last recorded65,431 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYM 5C
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 65,431 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Feb 2026 65,431 miles

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 255/40/18 99y pirelli pzero (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 64,846 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 64,400 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 63,720 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 62,829 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 61,623 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 60,969 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 59,949 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint on suspension strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 58,616 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 57,262 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 55,772 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 54,138 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 50,570 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 48,049 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 44,504 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 41,696 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 50,302 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 35,831 miles

front discs cracking

Pass 26 Mar 2008 31,374 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2006 26,013 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 22,413 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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KYM 5C is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 KYM 5C, 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 KYM 5C registered?

KYM 5C is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is KYM 5C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYM 5C shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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