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LS03 DZT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,071 mi
Last recorded90,071 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 DZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 90,071 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 89,744 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 88,523 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 86,659 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 24 May 2016 84,113 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 80,234 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014
Fail 15 Apr 2014

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 64,296 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 59,430 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 53,670 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 53,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2010 49,543 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 42,353 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 34,304 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 27,066 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 22,578 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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LS03 DZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LS03 DZT, 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 LS03 DZT registered?

LS03 DZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is LS03 DZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 DZT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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