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MU51 RAN

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

91,217 mi
Last recorded91,217 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 RAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 91,217 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 88,442 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 84,371 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 84,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2022 80,643 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 77,400 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 73,776 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 73,775 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 68,750 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 62,485 miles

Nearside Front tyre damaged on outer wall

Offside Rear tyre wearing low on outer side wall

Pass 28 Nov 2015 61,776 miles

Nearside Front tyre damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 6 Dec 2014 60,010 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure monitering light on

Pass 6 Dec 2014 60,009 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 58,218 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Fail 7 Dec 2013 58,204 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 31 Oct 2012 56,592 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 54,904 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 52,798 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 49,982 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 49,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 48,042 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 45,028 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 44,720 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 44,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

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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MU51 RAN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 MU51 RAN, 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 MU51 RAN registered?

MU51 RAN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is MU51 RAN safe to buy?

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