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RK03 ZFJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,725 mi
Last recorded7,725 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 ZFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 12 May 2025 7,725 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 7,666 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 7,648 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 7,505 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 7,088 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2019 7,052 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 6,789 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 6,237 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 4,703 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

nearside front outer tyre wall damaged

Pass 12 Dec 2015 3,153 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 3,117 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 3,033 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 2,994 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 2,785 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 2,512 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 2,243 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 2,005 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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RK03 ZFJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 RK03 ZFJ, 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 RK03 ZFJ registered?

RK03 ZFJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is RK03 ZFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK03 ZFJ shows 17 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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