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S2 EER

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,180 mi
Last recorded48,180 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 EER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 48,180 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 46,355 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 45,368 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 45,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 43,704 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 42,532 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 41,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2013 40,477 miles

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

o/s/r tyre tread worn low

Pass 16 Jun 2012 38,753 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 36,037 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 33,210 miles

O/S/F TYRE TREAD WEARING LOW

Pass 7 Jun 2008 25,920 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 25,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 May 2007 24,709 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 20,229 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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S2 EER is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S2 EER, 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 S2 EER?

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What year was S2 EER registered?

S2 EER is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is S2 EER safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 EER shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S2 EER have outstanding finance?

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