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R2 PNW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,336 mi
Last recorded62,336 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 PNW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 62,336 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 62,064 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 61,896 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 61,816 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 61,589 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 59,606 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 58,555 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 57,393 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 54,147 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 53,397 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 53,142 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 52,609 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 50,027 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 46,688 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 33,948 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 27,793 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 24,452 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 22,575 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 18,679 miles

Rear number plate discoloured

Pass 6 Nov 2006 14,981 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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R2 PNW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R2 PNW, 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 R2 PNW registered?

R2 PNW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is R2 PNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 PNW shows 20 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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