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WK03 KFV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,447 mi
Last recorded77,447 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 KFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 77,447 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 76,872 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 75,518 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 68,669 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 68,633 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 67,420 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 67,132 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 66,881 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 66,296 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 64,542 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 63,011 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 61,383 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 54,257 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 52,200 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 52,200 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 44,515 miles

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE WEARING FROM INSIDE.

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Aug 2009 44,515 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE WEARING FROM INSIDE.

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 37,836 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 25,059 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 25,059 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 May 2006 31,981 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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WK03 KFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WK03 KFV, 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 WK03 KFV registered?

WK03 KFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is WK03 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK03 KFV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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