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HW03 GYX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

45,631 mi
Last recorded45,631 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 GYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 45,631 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 45,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 42,617 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 40,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 40,464 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 40,414 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 40,339 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 40,308 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 40,308 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 40,164 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 40,011 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 39,574 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 39,411 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 39,328 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 39,214 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)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 38,802 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)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 38,796 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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)

Offside wiper poor condition

Pass 16 Mar 2013 37,562 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,188 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 29 Mar 2012 30,188 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 27 Mar 2012 30,104 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,092 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 23,662 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 21,880 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 18,219 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 16,047 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,900 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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HW03 GYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HW03 GYX, 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 HW03 GYX registered?

HW03 GYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is HW03 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW03 GYX shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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