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RF03 VTT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

67,295 mi
Last recorded67,295 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 VTT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 67,295 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 67,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake performance unable to be tested tyre delaminated (1.2.1 (g))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front steering tie rod slight play

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 60,063 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 53,494 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 45,933 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 39,960 miles

slight o splay in o/s ball joint

Pass 14 Jul 2021 33,510 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 31,327 miles

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

Offside Rear 2 bulbs not working , but more than halfworking

Offside Rear tyre wear inside edges

Fail 27 Jul 2020 31,306 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside wall of tyre cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear 2 bulbs not working , but more than halfworking

Offside Rear tyre wear inside edges

Pass 26 Jul 2019 28,847 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2018 28,614 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 28,159 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre Cracking in Tread

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 18 May 2016 27,568 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 26,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight Damage to Sidewall N/S/Front Tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 26,567 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 26,399 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 24,591 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 23,666 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 22,700 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

travel on parking brake

Pass 27 Apr 2009 22,204 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 20,988 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 19,769 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 16,169 miles

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

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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RF03 VTT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 RF03 VTT, 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 RF03 VTT?

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What year was RF03 VTT registered?

RF03 VTT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is RF03 VTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 VTT 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.

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