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RK03 ZPU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

79,112 mi
Last recorded79,112 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 ZPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 79,112 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Apr 2025 78,740 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 76,172 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 74,456 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 74,450 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 69,676 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2021 47,803 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 34,848 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 34,443 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 32,582 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 31,979 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 30,879 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 29,427 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,082 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 27,733 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 27,264 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 26,833 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 25,953 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 24,603 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,676 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,632 miles

all four tyres perishing on tread pattern

Pass 25 Jun 2007 15,470 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 11,386 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 ZPU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 ZPU, 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 ZPU registered?

RK03 ZPU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is RK03 ZPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK03 ZPU shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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