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JC03 SSS

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

72,658 mi
Last recorded72,658 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJC03 SSS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 72,658 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 70,442 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 69,353 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 67,886 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 67,190 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 66,898 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 64,602 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 63,086 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 60,897 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 57,397 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 55,105 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 54,916 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 54,916 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 53,511 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 53,510 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 51,036 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 51,034 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 44,751 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 41,143 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 38,592 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)

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

Fail 12 Dec 2008 38,592 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 33,214 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 24,398 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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JC03 SSS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 JC03 SSS, 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

How do I check the history of JC03 SSS?

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What year was JC03 SSS registered?

JC03 SSS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is JC03 SSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for JC03 SSS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JC03 SSS have outstanding finance?

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