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RX03 WSF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,867 mi
Last recorded52,867 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 WSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 52,867 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 51,116 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 51,013 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 48,767 miles

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 48,763 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 48,635 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 47,997 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 47,306 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 47,306 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 46,629 miles

tyre warning light on

Pass 23 Apr 2013 45,151 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 45,135 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 43,465 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 8 Apr 2011 41,652 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 39,290 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 36,674 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 33,213 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 28,423 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 21,917 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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RX03 WSF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RX03 WSF, 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 RX03 WSF?

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What year was RX03 WSF registered?

RX03 WSF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is RX03 WSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 WSF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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