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G4 NVL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

56,313 mi
Last recorded56,313 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 NVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 56,313 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2025 53,416 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 51,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2023 49,698 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 43,991 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 43,567 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2020 42,270 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 41,059 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 38,652 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 32,683 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,364 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 29,392 miles

Advise both front brake pipes to the flexys corroded.

Fail 8 Jul 2014 27,864 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 27,864 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 26,068 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 22,539 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 20,357 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 17,930 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 15,100 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 11,348 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 9,605 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 7,362 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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G4 NVL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G4 NVL, 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 G4 NVL?

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What year was G4 NVL registered?

G4 NVL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is G4 NVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G4 NVL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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