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L55 RRL

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

85,405 mi
Last recorded85,405 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 RRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 85,405 miles

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

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 82,603 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2023 82,600 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 81,988 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2022 81,988 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 80,762 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 79,608 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 76,838 miles

engine cover/undertrays fitted

offside front tyre split/perished

Pass 3 Apr 2018 72,952 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 69,737 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 66,938 miles

Both front tyres slightly feathering

Both front wiper blades juddering

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Unable to open boot via switch (key used)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 64,175 miles

brake fluid at minimum level

wiper intermittent function inop

Pass 31 May 2014 63,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wiper blades slightly juddering but clearing the screen effectively

Pass 24 May 2013 60,350 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 60,128 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 52,415 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 52,415 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 49,450 miles

for and aft movement in n/s/f wheel under braking and knock under load present, advise further diagnosis and investigation

Pass 18 Jun 2009 47,057 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres on 3mm, only 1.4mm useable tread remaining

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres worn on inner areas of tread, advise replacement

n/s/r tyre perished on areas of sidewall and tread

Pass 20 Jun 2008 43,615 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 1 May 2008 43,562 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

centre brake light broken but secure

Pass 23 Apr 2007 32,708 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 22,410 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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L55 RRL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 L55 RRL, 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 L55 RRL registered?

L55 RRL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is L55 RRL safe to buy?

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