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OE03 HUK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,441 mi
Last recorded52,441 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 HUK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 52,441 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 52,033 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 51,559 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 49,531 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 45,923 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 43,868 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2019 37,174 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 37,173 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2018 27,836 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge (not within mot measured area)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 21,778 miles

Front Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2016 15,569 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,118 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,539 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 13,901 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 13,680 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 12,748 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 11,316 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 10,647 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 9,262 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 7,573 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 5,709 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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OE03 HUK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 OE03 HUK, 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 OE03 HUK?

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What year was OE03 HUK registered?

OE03 HUK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is OE03 HUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 HUK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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