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OHZ 858

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

72,716 mi
Last recorded72,716 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHZ 858
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 72,716 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 72,158 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 71,761 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 71,301 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 70,757 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 70,246 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 69,861 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 69,060 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2018 67,103 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 65,003 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 61,587 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 57,013 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 53,541 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 52,772 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 49,682 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 44,757 miles

air-bag warning light on

all four tyres tread depths low (2mm)

front brake discs worn (lipped)

rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 11 Nov 2010 44,757 miles

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

air-bag warning light on

all four tyres tread depths low (2mm)

front brake discs worn (lipped)

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 24 Nov 2009 42,180 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 39,648 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 39,648 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 31,853 miles

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 19 Feb 2007 19,609 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)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2006 14,111 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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OHZ 858 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 OHZ 858, 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 OHZ 858?

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What year was OHZ 858 registered?

OHZ 858 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is OHZ 858 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHZ 858 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OHZ 858 have outstanding finance?

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