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LK03 WRJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,470 mi
Last recorded89,470 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 WRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 89,470 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 88,531 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 87,410 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 86,444 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 86,444 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 84,595 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 84,594 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 84,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 83,325 miles

Central Front tracking needs checking

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge l/h front tyre only just in legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 81,888 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush air susp/lower bush on limit (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush air susp/lower bush on limit (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 78,928 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play susp/ball joint play on( limit ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play susp/ball joint play on( limit) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 76,570 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush play low mounting (2.7.4)

Offside Front cut in side of tyre (inner side of tyre)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2017 76,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush low mounting play (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush play low mounting (2.7.4)

Offside Front cut in side of tyre (inner side of tyre)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 74,622 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 71,678 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 68,147 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 66,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

n/s/f suspension unit has slight play in n/s/f bottom ball joint.

Pass 29 Oct 2012 61,624 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 55,896 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 49,965 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 44,471 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 39,943 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 32,348 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 25,126 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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LK03 WRJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LK03 WRJ, 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

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What year was LK03 WRJ registered?

LK03 WRJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is LK03 WRJ safe to buy?

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