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J55 TNH

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

58,803 mi
Last recorded58,803 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 TNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 58,803 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 May 2025 57,893 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2024 54,957 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 53,221 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 49,559 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 48,182 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 45,105 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 36,945 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 33,790 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 33,780 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 32,516 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 28,990 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 27,708 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 25,985 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 23,862 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 21,384 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 18,714 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 15,152 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 12,323 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 10,191 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 7,930 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 7,250 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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J55 TNH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 J55 TNH, 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 J55 TNH registered?

J55 TNH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is J55 TNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J55 TNH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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