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L33 GFN

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

89,118 mi
Last recorded89,118 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 GFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 89,118 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 83,343 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 78,587 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 73,124 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 68,988 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 66,188 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 61,223 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 59,633 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 55,529 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 51,649 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 51,031 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 46,867 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,547 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 40,521 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 38,347 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 33,334 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 26,875 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 26,868 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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L33 GFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 L33 GFN, 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 L33 GFN registered?

L33 GFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is L33 GFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 GFN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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