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H5 XBX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,968 mi
Last recorded39,968 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 XBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 39,968 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 38,429 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 37,869 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 36,827 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 36,286 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 34,841 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 34,086 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 33,744 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 32,829 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 30,716 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 28,864 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 28,359 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2012 27,585 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 26,642 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 24,654 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 4 Dec 2009 24,654 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 23,300 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 22,600 miles

unable to carry out full test due to sill covers and undertrays

Pass 28 Sep 2006 20,712 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)

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 XBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 H5 XBX, 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 XBX registered?

H5 XBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is H5 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 XBX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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