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1 TSG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,816 mi
Last recorded20,816 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 TSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 20,816 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 20,055 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 19,923 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 19,463 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 17,996 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 17,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 17,570 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 17,452 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 17,293 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 17,240 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 12 Aug 2015 17,039 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,735 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 16,642 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 16,609 miles

Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake disc condition

Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,570 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 30 Aug 2011 16,449 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 15,886 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,208 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 14,314 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)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall rim protector bead cut in several places

Pass 1 Aug 2007 13,279 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 10,759 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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1 TSG 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 95.2%.

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 1 TSG, 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 1 TSG registered?

1 TSG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is 1 TSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1 TSG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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