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S55 GFK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,562 mi
Last recorded68,562 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 GFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2024 68,562 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 68,555 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 66,165 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 61,044 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 59,586 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 56,934 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Jun 2015 55,525 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 53,803 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 49,166 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 46,864 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 43,159 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 41,776 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 41,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 25,805 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 24,028 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Jun 2007 23,990 miles

Nearside Front Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 May 2006 21,437 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 20,749 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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S55 GFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S55 GFK, 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 S55 GFK?

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What year was S55 GFK registered?

S55 GFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is S55 GFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 GFK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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