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MBZ 9313

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

53,580 mi
Last recorded53,580 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 9313
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 53,580 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 51,026 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 49,114 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 46,888 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 44,524 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 43,230 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 42,860 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2020 42,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 41,261 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 37,785 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 34,943 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 31,014 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 28,281 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 26,544 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 25,335 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 24,644 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 24,644 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 22,351 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 19,597 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 17,024 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 17,021 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 14,612 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 12,071 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 9,552 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 7,263 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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MBZ 9313 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 MBZ 9313, 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 MBZ 9313 registered?

MBZ 9313 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is MBZ 9313 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 9313 shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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