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S10 OSK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,028 mi
Last recorded49,028 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS10 OSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 49,028 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 48,946 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 48,942 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate inscription illegible both (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 47,651 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 47,645 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 43,587 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 40,203 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 37,976 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 35,853 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 35,833 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 33,600 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 32,421 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring views of some components

Pass 1 Oct 2016 31,700 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 30,771 miles

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Engine cover & under-tray fitted which hinders view to some testable items

Pass 11 Oct 2014 30,185 miles

...Thanx 4visiting us...

Pass 20 Oct 2013 29,505 miles

............... Thanx 4visiting us .......

Pass 18 Oct 2012 27,348 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 24,925 miles

Front tyre size are 256/40/18 and rear tyre size are 285/35/18 this may cause problem with ABS and trcktion please check with mercedes to see if it is designed to be loke this

Near side front wheel bearing needs adjustment

Pass 16 Oct 2010 23,214 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 21,237 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 21,237 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 17,241 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 13,703 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 10,973 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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S10 OSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S10 OSK, 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.

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What year was S10 OSK registered?

S10 OSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is S10 OSK safe to buy?

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