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J88 GLA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

73,399 mi
Last recorded73,399 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 GLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 73,399 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 71,240 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 69,169 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 68,643 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 65,407 miles

advice keep eye on front tyres

advice keep eye on front tyres

advice on further look at o/s/r hand brake

advice on further look at rear brakes

advice on slight movement at very front suspension arm mountings

advice on slight pitting an further look at n/s/f and o/s/f metal brake pipes

Pass 6 Sep 2020 63,866 miles

advice on slight pitting at o/s/f and n/s/f metal brake pipes

advice on slight pitting at o/s/r and n/s/r metal brake pipes

Pass 7 Sep 2019 62,309 miles

advice keep eye on rear tyres

advice on slight pitting at o/s/f and n/s/f metal brake pipes

Pass 12 Sep 2018 60,059 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2018 60,059 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 57,000 miles

Torque/reaction arm slightly distorted Both Front (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,762 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 42,105 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 40,972 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 37,539 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 31,884 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 25,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 21,968 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 19,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 15,381 miles

Nearside Front 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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J88 GLA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 J88 GLA, 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 J88 GLA registered?

J88 GLA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is J88 GLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 GLA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J88 GLA have outstanding finance?

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