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SL02 BOB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

63,800 mi
Last recorded63,800 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 BOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 63,800 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 62,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 62,268 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 61,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 57,989 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 56,493 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 56,030 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 55,744 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 55,156 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 54,402 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 54,002 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 53,130 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 53,130 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 51,855 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 50,571 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 50,571 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

285,35,18y

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 49,770 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 46,776 miles

N/S/R tyre cut on inner side wall , (no chords showing)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,926 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 39,745 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 32,623 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 22,683 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 22,677 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

number plates incorrect colour

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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SL02 BOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 SL02 BOB, 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

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What year was SL02 BOB registered?

SL02 BOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is SL02 BOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL02 BOB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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