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V12 CNK

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

59,586 mi
Last recorded59,586 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV12 CNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 59,586 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 57,471 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 56,687 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 56,630 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 56,540 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 56,539 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 52,299 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 49,525 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 49,017 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and worn low inner edge ()

Pass 21 Jun 2018 48,755 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 47,559 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 44,362 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 41,291 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front tyre tread cracking

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 36,278 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 31,833 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 25,832 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 21,200 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 15,942 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs low

Pass 8 Sep 2009 13,015 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 10,798 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 8,503 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 17 Aug 2006 6,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

UNABLE TO VIEW F/REAR PADS FULLY

Pass 17 Aug 2006 6,741 miles

UNABLE TO VIEW F/REAR PADS FULLY

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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V12 CNK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 V12 CNK, 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 V12 CNK registered?

V12 CNK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is V12 CNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V12 CNK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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