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TDC 8

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,701 mi
Last recorded60,701 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDC 8
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 60,701 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 60,568 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 60,509 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 60,431 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 60,275 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 60,065 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 60,018 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 59,739 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 59,472 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 54,911 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 49,119 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 49,119 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 47,901 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 46,072 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 46,072 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2012 41,878 miles

Nearside Rear 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 20 Jun 2011 39,103 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 34,430 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 29,017 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 26,393 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,806 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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TDC 8 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 TDC 8, 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 TDC 8?

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What year was TDC 8 registered?

TDC 8 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is TDC 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDC 8 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TDC 8 have outstanding finance?

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