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LCZ 123

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

71,868 mi
Last recorded71,868 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCZ 123
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 71,868 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 69,200 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 65,411 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 61,153 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 57,019 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 53,898 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 53,734 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 53,734 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 53,521 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 52,336 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 49,730 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 47,995 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 47,903 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 47,705 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2015 47,705 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2014 45,338 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 45,338 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 37,004 miles

OIl leak from gearbox

Fail 5 Jun 2013 37,004 miles

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

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

OIl leak from gearbox

Pass 9 May 2012 27,309 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 24,244 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 20,006 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 15,612 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 15,025 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 12,175 miles

1 FRONT TYRES CRACKS APPEARING AROUND THE TREAD 2EVIDENCE OF OIL LEAK ON UNDER TRAY

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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LCZ 123 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 LCZ 123, 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 LCZ 123?

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What year was LCZ 123 registered?

LCZ 123 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is LCZ 123 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCZ 123 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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