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SL03 RAN

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,443 mi
Last recorded74,443 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 RAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2026 74,443 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2025 74,341 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 74,299 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 73,953 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 72,549 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 70,303 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 68,133 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 64,582 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 64,582 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 61,730 miles

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

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 6 May 2017 60,935 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 56,831 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 54,998 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 50,432 miles

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 45,790 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 45,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 41,851 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 38,392 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 31,986 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 26,163 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 21,888 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 15,466 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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SL03 RAN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SL03 RAN, 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 SL03 RAN registered?

SL03 RAN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is SL03 RAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL03 RAN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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