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FD03 ZXL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

63,017 mi
Last recorded63,017 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 ZXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 63,017 miles

Front shocks starting to mist

Offside Rear shocker starting to mist

poss gear box oil leak requires further test

Pass 9 Apr 2024 62,587 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 62,554 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 62,201 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 62,201 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2022 61,928 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 61,674 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 60,785 miles

Rear pads getting low

Pass 2 Jul 2018 56,065 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 55,291 miles

under trims fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 26 Jul 2016 54,205 miles

under trims fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2015 50,579 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 48,979 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 48,007 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 42,691 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,723 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 29,971 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 23,862 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 18,561 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 18,549 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2007 15,156 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 15,156 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2006 8,957 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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FD03 ZXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FD03 ZXL, 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 FD03 ZXL registered?

FD03 ZXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is FD03 ZXL safe to buy?

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