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M1 PJU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,155 mi
Last recorded52,155 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 PJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2026 52,155 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 52,132 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 51,987 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 51,797 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 51,513 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 51,412 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 50,528 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 49,829 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 41,719 miles

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

cracks in osr tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2017 48,653 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 45,866 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 44,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 42,337 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,497 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 37,316 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 33,840 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 29,599 miles

offside rear tyre slight wearing

Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,641 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 21,469 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,293 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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M1 PJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M1 PJU, 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 M1 PJU registered?

M1 PJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is M1 PJU safe to buy?

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