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S55 WPW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,109 mi
Last recorded32,109 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 WPW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 32,109 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear boot struts weak not holding boot up

Pass 22 Jan 2025 31,805 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear boot struts weak not holding boot up

Pass 14 Feb 2024 31,429 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 31,089 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 30,944 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2021 30,944 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 30,142 miles

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 21 May 2019 29,631 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 29,184 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 27,919 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 26,939 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 24,952 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 22,890 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 19,242 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 18,097 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 16,495 miles

front and rear discs slightly worn

Pass 15 Dec 2009 14,420 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

small chips in window screen

Pass 9 Jan 2009 11,101 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 9,287 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 7,446 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,089 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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S55 WPW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S55 WPW, 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 WPW?

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What year was S55 WPW registered?

S55 WPW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is S55 WPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 WPW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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