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M5 JSS

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,158 mi
Last recorded44,158 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 JSS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 44,158 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 44,131 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 44,047 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 43,559 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 42,647 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 41,482 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 40,407 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 39,853 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 37,958 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 36,551 miles

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

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

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

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

engine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components

underbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

Pass 3 Aug 2016 35,294 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components

underside covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2015 34,053 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 32,117 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 29,734 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 27,650 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 25,916 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 22,534 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 20,592 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 19,226 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 15,830 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 12,057 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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M5 JSS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 M5 JSS, 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 M5 JSS registered?

M5 JSS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is M5 JSS safe to buy?

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