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H5 BXL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

110,374 mi
Last recorded110,374 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 BXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 110,374 miles

Undertrays attached

Pass 4 Dec 2024 108,099 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2023 106,119 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2022 103,733 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2021 101,601 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2020 99,445 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Under-trays

Pass 26 Oct 2019 97,457 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 95,678 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 95,676 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Nov 2017 90,370 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 83,022 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 75,534 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 66,471 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 63,876 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 63,828 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 62,822 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 62,531 miles

both front brake discs badly pitted

both rear brake discs pitted slightly

Fail 4 Oct 2010 62,531 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front brake discs badly pitted

both rear brake discs pitted slightly

Pass 10 Sep 2009 61,351 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 55,520 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner and outer edges

both rear tyres worn low on inner edge and cracking around tread

Pass 22 Sep 2006 40,495 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 40,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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H5 BXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 H5 BXL, 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 H5 BXL registered?

H5 BXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is H5 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 BXL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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