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LR03 HRG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,529 mi
Last recorded53,529 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 HRG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 53,529 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 53,516 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 46,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 39,081 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play in offside and nearside inner rack joints ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

door sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of door sills

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2011 26,328 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 25,795 miles

OS repeater - not secured in holder.

Slight playing on the steering system (NSF).

Pass 24 Jul 2009 20,404 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 18,328 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 13,927 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 13,175 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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LR03 HRG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LR03 HRG, 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 LR03 HRG registered?

LR03 HRG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is LR03 HRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 HRG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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