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GP03 VDV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

70,781 mi
Last recorded70,781 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 VDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 70,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 70,091 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 69,333 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 68,378 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 67,830 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 67,386 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 67,073 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 66,785 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 64,752 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 63,703 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 62,953 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 62,150 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 60,115 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 57,852 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 54,145 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 54,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 52,448 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 29 Jul 2010 49,163 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 45,274 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 43,882 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 43,875 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 41,464 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 34,306 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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GP03 VDV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,513cc 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 GP03 VDV, 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 GP03 VDV registered?

GP03 VDV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is GP03 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP03 VDV 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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