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EU03 ETX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,079 mi
Last recorded39,079 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 ETX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 39,079 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 37,827 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 36,429 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 35,760 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 35,760 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 33,935 miles

Engine and underbody covers fitted restricted view

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 31,890 miles

covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2019 29,584 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 28,401 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 28,395 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

not able to see front or rear brakes clearly

Pass 15 May 2017 25,754 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 25,754 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 22,834 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 21,098 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 21,098 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2014 18,976 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 17,148 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 15,295 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 13,860 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 12,480 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 11,626 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 14 Jun 2008 10,662 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 8,565 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 7,610 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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EU03 ETX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU03 ETX, 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 EU03 ETX?

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What year was EU03 ETX registered?

EU03 ETX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is EU03 ETX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 ETX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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