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G18 NGU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

66,774 mi
Last recorded66,774 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG18 NGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 66,774 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 58,451 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 53,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2022 52,658 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

outer sills not checked due to plastic trims fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2021 51,297 miles

bot rear tyres worn slightly on inner edges and both tyres perished

outer sills not checked due to plastic trims fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2020 49,983 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 48,622 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 46,159 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 44,852 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 42,772 miles

rear brake discs in poor condition

under trays / engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2015 40,971 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 37,527 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 34,602 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Dec 2013 34,575 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 29,715 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2011 26,263 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 9 Dec 2010 21,574 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 17,725 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 15,283 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 13,723 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 10,209 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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G18 NGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 G18 NGU, 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 G18 NGU registered?

G18 NGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is G18 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G18 NGU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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