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GV03 ZTE

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,290 mi
Last recorded46,290 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 ZTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 46,290 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 45,796 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 45,463 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 44,732 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 44,283 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2020 44,232 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 May 2019 43,760 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2019 43,744 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2011 42,846 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 41,847 miles

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 40,256 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 30,187 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 24,250 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 18,522 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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GV03 ZTE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GV03 ZTE, 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 GV03 ZTE registered?

GV03 ZTE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is GV03 ZTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV03 ZTE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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