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JM02 RDM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

60,722 mi
Last recorded60,722 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM02 RDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 60,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2026 60,718 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 59,219 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 56,743 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 54,526 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 54,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 50,614 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 48,038 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 43,036 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 41,859 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 38,019 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 33,565 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 33,260 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 32,685 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 32,441 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2013 31,305 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 30,527 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2011 29,065 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 27,965 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 25,681 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 20,595 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 16,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 16,851 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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JM02 RDM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 JM02 RDM, 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 JM02 RDM registered?

JM02 RDM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is JM02 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for JM02 RDM shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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