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LJ03 UEW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,992 mi
Last recorded28,992 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 UEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 28,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2025 28,980 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 28,766 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 26,943 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 26,597 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 25,889 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 24,461 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 23,788 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 21,420 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 20,138 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 18,753 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 18,753 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 18,304 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 17,764 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 17,764 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2013 16,758 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 16,246 miles

srs malfunction lamp indicting fault

Fail 24 May 2012 16,205 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

srs malfunction lamp indicting fault

Pass 5 May 2011 15,042 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 14,133 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 12,019 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 9,987 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 8,619 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 8,619 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 May 2006 7,231 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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LJ03 UEW 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 80%.

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 LJ03 UEW, 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 LJ03 UEW?

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What year was LJ03 UEW registered?

LJ03 UEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is LJ03 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 UEW shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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