2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.3L Petrol · DU03 MWZ
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.3L, petrol). First registered 30 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 101,693 miles. MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,693 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DU03 MWZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
- 101,693 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DU03 MWZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz Slk (DU03 MWZ) between April 2025 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
DU03 MWZ Mileage History
- 16/04/202598,665 mi
- 16/04/202598,665 mi
- 11/04/2026101,693 mi+3,028 mi
Average of roughly 3,072 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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