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M4 SAK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,115 mi
Last recorded36,115 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 SAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 36,115 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 33,575 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 32,243 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 30,468 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 25,465 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 21,974 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 21,071 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 21,067 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both at 1.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 19,002 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 17,710 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 17,226 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 15,529 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 15,529 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 15,198 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 14,214 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 13,100 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 11,937 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 9,759 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 9,374 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 7,472 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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M4 SAK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M4 SAK, 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 M4 SAK registered?

M4 SAK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is M4 SAK safe to buy?

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