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LEZ 425

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,019 mi
Last recorded54,019 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEZ 425
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 54,019 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2025 40,392 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 52,867 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 29 Jul 2025 52,867 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Apr 2024 52,123 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 52,033 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 51,491 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 51,009 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 50,405 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 49,973 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 49,283 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 47,415 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 46,421 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edge

plastic covers fitted obscuring view to some components

Pass 30 Jun 2015 44,202 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 39,127 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 34,184 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 34,184 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 33,221 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 27,880 miles

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 25,910 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

ns cat rattling however exhaust gasses within limits

Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,640 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 18,925 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,094 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 10,183 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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LEZ 425 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LEZ 425, 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 LEZ 425?

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What year was LEZ 425 registered?

LEZ 425 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LEZ 425 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEZ 425 shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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