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AJ03 VBF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

36,999 mi
Last recorded36,999 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 VBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2025 36,999 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect wrong kick (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 35,406 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 35,235 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 34,096 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 33,904 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 33,464 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 33,035 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 32,662 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 32,171 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 29,680 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 29,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2013 29,002 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 27,312 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 25,871 miles

slight oil leak under car

Pass 18 May 2010 23,737 miles

drivers side of window sceen has marks (SCHRATCHS)

Pass 8 May 2009 21,535 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 20,328 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 20,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

O/S/F tyre tread is extremly low on inner edge

Pass 1 May 2007 18,833 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,998 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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AJ03 VBF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AJ03 VBF, 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.

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What year was AJ03 VBF registered?

AJ03 VBF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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