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J500 MJV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,107 mi
Last recorded33,107 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 MJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 33,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 May 2025 32,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cuts on sidewall and cracking 255/40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/35 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 30,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking and cuts on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/35 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 30,086 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking and cuts on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/35 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 24,700 miles

N/S front tyre deteriorated

Pass 12 Feb 2021 24,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2021 24,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2019 23,125 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 22,375 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 20,791 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 29 Dec 2016 19,646 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 16,968 miles

under trays and engine covers ftted

Pass 22 Nov 2014 16,137 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 11,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

some sections of brake pipe not visible

Pass 11 Oct 2012 10,973 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 10,509 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 10,070 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 9,108 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 7,648 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 7,648 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 2,778 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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J500 MJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J500 MJV, 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 J500 MJV registered?

J500 MJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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