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SIL 210

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

82,924 mi
Last recorded82,924 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIL 210
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 82,924 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 81,886 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 81,853 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 80,177 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 78,086 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 76,751 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 75,074 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 72,096 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 69,668 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 66,864 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 66,864 miles

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 66,144 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 63,153 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 57,339 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 52,175 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 43,354 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2007 33,525 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 24,126 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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SIL 210 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SIL 210, 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 SIL 210?

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What year was SIL 210 registered?

SIL 210 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is SIL 210 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIL 210 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SIL 210 have outstanding finance?

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