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SL51 CAR

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,251 mi
Last recorded66,251 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL51 CAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2025 66,251 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 62,986 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 62,675 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 62,545 miles

o/s/f mirror glass deteriorating

Pass 16 Jan 2019 60,492 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 57,405 miles

both rear tyres have heavy inner edge wear

Pass 20 Jan 2017 52,566 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 49,579 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 48,332 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 46,642 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 45,632 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 44,040 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 43,838 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 46,121 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 46,121 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 42,694 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 38,007 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 16,133 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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SL51 CAR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SL51 CAR, 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.

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What year was SL51 CAR registered?

SL51 CAR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is SL51 CAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL51 CAR shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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