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R3 SKO

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

30,839 mi
Last recorded30,839 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 SKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 30,839 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint very slight (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin slightly worn further investigation required (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 29,917 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 27,653 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 26,904 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 25,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 18 Oct 2022 25,100 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 24,723 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 24,717 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 24,708 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 24,565 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 24,185 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 23,295 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 21,770 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 18,352 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 18,264 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 16,932 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 15,815 miles

nearside front tyre starting to perrish

Pass 24 Jul 2012 14,730 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 14,624 miles

Battery warning light on dash

ESP Warning light on dash.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 14,624 miles

Battery warning light on dash

ESP Warning light on dash.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 12,312 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 9,570 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 8,610 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 7,621 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 6,001 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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R3 SKO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 R3 SKO, 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 R3 SKO registered?

R3 SKO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 August 2003.

Is R3 SKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 SKO shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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