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VK03 AUU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

56,150 mi
Last recorded56,150 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 AUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 56,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated Warning lamp illuminated but fluid level is correct (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 56,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated Warning lamp illuminated but fluid level is correct (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 55,669 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 51,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 48,206 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 46,423 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 46,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2019 42,959 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 40,904 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 38,736 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake pads and discs wearing low

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 36,315 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

under trays fitted obscuring items

Pass 3 Mar 2015 34,588 miles

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

service overdue by 519days

Pass 7 Mar 2014 32,386 miles

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

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)

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

front discs lipped

Pass 6 Mar 2013 28,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,389 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 25,373 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 21,694 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 16,965 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 12,212 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 7,979 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 3,553 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 2,806 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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VK03 AUU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VK03 AUU, 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 VK03 AUU?

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What year was VK03 AUU registered?

VK03 AUU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is VK03 AUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 AUU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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