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DA03 SXE

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,326 mi
Last recorded31,326 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 SXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 31,326 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 30,978 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 30,455 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 28,703 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 28,676 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 27,790 miles

Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp On

Pass 8 Feb 2018 27,221 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 26,841 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 23,827 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance high level brake lamp cracked (1.2.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 21,436 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 17,992 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 15,663 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 13,233 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 11,489 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 11,489 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2009 9,689 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 8,571 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 7,886 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 6,543 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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DA03 SXE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DA03 SXE, 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 DA03 SXE?

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What year was DA03 SXE registered?

DA03 SXE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is DA03 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 SXE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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