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LF03 EBN

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

64,707 mi
Last recorded64,707 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 EBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 64,707 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 64,226 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides of vehicle inside wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil lower (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 63,752 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 63,151 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 63,150 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 62,875 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 61,876 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 59,977 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 10 May 2018 58,373 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 57,302 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 55,619 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 55,589 miles

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 52,702 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2014 49,153 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,348 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 46,347 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 42,953 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 39,842 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 37,459 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 32,479 miles

near side front tyre cut on side wall

Pass 4 Jul 2008 26,462 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 20,309 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 16,082 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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LF03 EBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LF03 EBN, 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 LF03 EBN?

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What year was LF03 EBN registered?

LF03 EBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is LF03 EBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 EBN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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