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GJ52 OER

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

101,342 mi
Last recorded101,342 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 OER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 101,342 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2026 101,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 92,282 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 90,090 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 86,801 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 83,558 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2022 83,558 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 81,502 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 79,410 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 79,410 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 74,466 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 70,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer brake pipe to hose slight corrosion

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 66,115 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)

under trays and engine covers fitted unable to fully inspect some items

Pass 15 Jul 2016 60,144 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 56,608 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 49,881 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 44,491 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/side rear tyre age cracks to inside side wall no cords visible

o/side rear tyre age cracks to inside side wall no cords visible

Pass 12 Jul 2013 44,491 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/side rear tyre age cracks to inside side wall no cords visible

o/side rear tyre age cracks to inside side wall no cords visible

Pass 12 Jun 2012 42,713 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front 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 16 Apr 2011 38,020 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 33,803 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,865 miles

slight damage to front number plate

Pass 8 Apr 2008 26,712 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 21,509 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 16,623 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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GJ52 OER is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 GJ52 OER, 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 GJ52 OER registered?

GJ52 OER is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is GJ52 OER safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ52 OER shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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