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LY52 DJF

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,745 mi
Last recorded44,745 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 DJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 44,745 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 44,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 42,938 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 42,160 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

atten n/s handbrake

Pass 18 Jan 2021 40,441 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 40,109 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 40,096 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel parking brake (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 39,353 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated back (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated back (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 37,110 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 34,151 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 31,312 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 29,121 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 25,975 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 24,686 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 22,053 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 20,341 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 20,147 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

cuts in the n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 5 Jan 2010 18,710 miles

several cuts in the n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 19 Dec 2008 16,916 miles

SEVERAL CUTS IN THE N/S/F TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL

Pass 18 Jan 2008 13,624 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 11,515 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 9,070 miles

SEVERAL CUTS IN N/S/F TYRE

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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LY52 DJF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LY52 DJF, 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 LY52 DJF registered?

LY52 DJF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 January 2003.

Is LY52 DJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 DJF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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