CarVerify

Free Car Check

M18 HMF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

56,494 mi
Last recorded56,494 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM18 HMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 56,494 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 56,365 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 56,257 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 55,968 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 54,924 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 53,618 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 52,642 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 52,627 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 52,555 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2015 52,118 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2014 51,062 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 51,062 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside front tyre exessively perished

Pass 25 Jun 2013 49,022 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 47,248 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 47,248 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 45,381 miles

offside front upper arm ball joint boot split

Pass 1 Jul 2010 43,352 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 40,932 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 38,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 38,924 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 37,318 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 37,318 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 23 May 2006 34,590 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M18 HMF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 M18 HMF, 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 M18 HMF?

You can check the full history of M18 HMF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M18 HMF registered?

M18 HMF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is M18 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M18 HMF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M18 HMF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M18 HMF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.