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PKS 193

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,156 mi
Last recorded26,156 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKS 193
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2026 26,156 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2025 26,065 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 25,979 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 25,782 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 25,190 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 24,896 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 24,802 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 24,562 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 24,427 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 24,402 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 23,735 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 23,692 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 23,089 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 22,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2012 20,609 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 18,133 miles

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 24 Jul 2010
Pass 25 Jul 2009 14,513 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 10,563 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 8,546 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 7,139 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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PKS 193 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PKS 193, 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 PKS 193 registered?

PKS 193 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is PKS 193 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKS 193 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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