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OW03 KYA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,783 mi
Last recorded108,783 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 KYA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 108,783 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 108,202 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 108,202 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 108,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 May 2024 108,194 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 107,885 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 107,880 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn shockabsorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn shockabsorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 106,262 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 103,166 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 100,540 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 94,077 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 89,678 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 89,648 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 84,041 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 79,240 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 72,549 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 65,564 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 57,043 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 50,369 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 42,935 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 35,130 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 26,234 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 23,055 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 19,513 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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OW03 KYA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OW03 KYA, 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 OW03 KYA registered?

OW03 KYA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is OW03 KYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW03 KYA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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