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LN03 XLX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests29 (24 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate82.8%

Mileage

57,938 mi
Last recorded57,938 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 XLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

24 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 57,938 miles

nearside front tyre side wall cut (no cords showing)

offside front door mirror glass deteriorating

Pass 6 Mar 2025 56,701 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 54,893 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 51,888 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 48,741 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 48,740 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 48,719 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 48,448 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 48,181 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 48,047 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 47,392 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 46,679 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 46,075 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 44,928 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 43,982 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 43,963 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2013 43,338 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

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

Fail 29 Apr 2013 43,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres cracked

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 42,865 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 42,407 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 4 May 2010 40,736 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 39,800 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 35,695 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 35,695 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 32,600 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brake discs have surface cracks

Pass 27 Feb 2007 29,037 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 15,726 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 15,148 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 15,127 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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LN03 XLX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.8%.

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 LN03 XLX, 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 LN03 XLX registered?

LN03 XLX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LN03 XLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 XLX shows 29 tests with a 82.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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