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BG03 YJT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

47,233 mi
Last recorded47,233 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 YJT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 47,233 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2026 47,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 45,910 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 44,742 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 42,991 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 41,912 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2021 39,814 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 39,725 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 37,736 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 36,209 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 34,845 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 32,372 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 29,795 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 27,110 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,417 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 21,842 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 18,979 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 15,947 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 12,721 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 10,178 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 7,926 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 5,959 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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BG03 YJT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BG03 YJT, 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 BG03 YJT registered?

BG03 YJT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is BG03 YJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 YJT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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