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DPJ 4C

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

93,170 mi
Last recorded93,170 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 4C
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 93,170 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 92,348 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 90,530 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 90,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer under tray broken away revealing fuel pipes

Offside Front Inner Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear tyre looks very low on pressure

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 89,326 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2018 86,447 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 83,416 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 80,281 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 79,264 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 78,148 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 76,649 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 73,298 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 65,794 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 60,488 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 52,170 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 47,150 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 41,232 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 41,232 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 34,634 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 34,634 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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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DPJ 4C is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc 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 DPJ 4C, 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 DPJ 4C registered?

DPJ 4C is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is DPJ 4C safe to buy?

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