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JDG 739

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,479 mi
Last recorded73,479 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDG 739
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 73,479 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 72,779 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 72,610 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 71,994 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 70,938 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 69,571 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 68,069 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 65,541 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 64,794 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 63,456 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 61,385 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 59,291 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 57,716 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 May 2008 57,392 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 48,398 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 33,420 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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JDG 739 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JDG 739, 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 JDG 739 registered?

JDG 739 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is JDG 739 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDG 739 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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