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FC03 UAJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,978 mi
Last recorded25,978 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC03 UAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 25,978 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 25,810 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 25,616 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 25,573 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 25,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 25,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 25,017 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 24,372 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 24,182 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 23,433 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 23,433 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 22,672 miles

Nail in N/S front tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2014 21,713 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 21,542 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 19,750 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 17,865 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 15,571 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 13,005 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 12,927 miles

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

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 19 Jun 2008 11,333 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,605 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 7,696 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 7,696 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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FC03 UAJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 FC03 UAJ, 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 FC03 UAJ registered?

FC03 UAJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is FC03 UAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC03 UAJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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