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AC03 LMM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,090 mi
Last recorded76,090 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 LMM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 76,090 miles

Age related corrosion to suspension components

Cant full inspect under body due to under trays

Pass 2 Aug 2024 75,018 miles

Age related corrosion to suspension components

All under body brake pipes have surface rust

Pass 22 Aug 2023 71,938 miles

Age related corrosion to suspension components

All under body brake pipes have surface rust

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 70,437 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 69,287 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 64,560 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 60,060 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 52,708 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 45,535 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 23 Jul 2014 38,044 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 31,533 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 29,620 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 27,262 miles

both front discs are showing small crackes

Pass 5 Aug 2010 25,002 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 22,011 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 22,011 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front tyres low on edges

Pass 11 Aug 2008 18,292 miles

N/S/F tyre edges are low

O/S/F top arm balljoint gaiter is split

O/S/F tyre edges are low

Fail 7 Aug 2008 18,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/S/F tyre edges are low

O/S/F top arm balljoint gaiter is split

O/S/F tyre edges are low

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,794 miles

Nearside front foglamp glass broken

Pass 9 Aug 2006 10,616 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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AC03 LMM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AC03 LMM, 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 AC03 LMM registered?

AC03 LMM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is AC03 LMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 LMM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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