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3 JEG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,762 mi
Last recorded15,762 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 JEG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 15,762 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 14,762 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 13,520 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 12,895 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 12,872 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 12,409 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 11,058 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 11,049 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 10,080 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 9,384 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 7,043 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 5,308 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 4,967 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 3,832 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 3,414 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 2,914 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 2,587 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 2,320 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 1,785 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 1,181 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 756 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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3 JEG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc 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 3 JEG, 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 3 JEG?

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What year was 3 JEG registered?

3 JEG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is 3 JEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 JEG 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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