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RG03 FRF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

93,954 mi
Last recorded93,954 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG03 FRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 93,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2025 91,460 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 86,618 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 86,618 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 85,906 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 85,643 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 83,909 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 83,138 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 80,517 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 78,220 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 73,332 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 60,193 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 54,941 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 48,997 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 45,597 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 42,572 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 40,657 miles

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

front brake discs slightly pitted inner edges

Pass 2 Jul 2010 36,358 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 3 Jul 2009 33,793 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 30,875 miles

advise that front brake psds getting low inner part of disk sligth pitting

Pass 3 Jul 2007 26,149 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 21,495 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)

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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RG03 FRF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 RG03 FRF, 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 RG03 FRF registered?

RG03 FRF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is RG03 FRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG03 FRF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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