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J5 FOB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

64,867 mi
Last recorded64,867 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 FOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 64,867 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 63,430 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 63,370 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 62,858 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 58,629 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 54,881 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 51,979 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 51,073 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 50,830 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2014 50,829 miles

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 50,811 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 49,694 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 46,617 miles

Damage to mirror assembly n/s

Front tyres low

Pass 25 Sep 2010 43,218 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 39,420 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 34,217 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 20,687 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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J5 FOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J5 FOB, 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 J5 FOB registered?

J5 FOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is J5 FOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 FOB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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