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LJ03 XCB

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,051 mi
Last recorded20,051 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 XCB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 20,051 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 18,370 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 18,137 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 17,368 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 16,806 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 16,458 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 16,157 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 15,388 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 15,388 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Spring Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 14,848 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2019 14,844 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 12,689 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 12,517 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 12,201 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 11,181 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 9,840 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 9,167 miles

n/s/front tyre wall deteriorated

n/s/rear tyre wall deteriorated

o/s/front tyre wall deteriorated

Pass 12 Jul 2012 8,954 miles

n/s/f + o/s/f + n/s rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2011 8,699 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 7,986 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside front tyre wall ( outside ) showing signs of wear

Pass 15 Jul 2009 7,358 miles

front n/plate deteriorated

o/s/front tyre deteriorated

Pass 14 Jul 2008 6,860 miles

(offside + nearside) tyre wall (outside) showing sings of wear but not excessive

Pass 13 Jul 2007 6,125 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 4,996 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 XCB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc 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 LJ03 XCB, 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 LJ03 XCB registered?

LJ03 XCB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is LJ03 XCB safe to buy?

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