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M800 ADW

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

72,468 mi
Last recorded72,468 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM800 ADW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 72,468 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 72,326 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 72,007 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 71,723 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 71,220 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 70,792 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 70,784 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush attachment ball joint excessive play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shock absorber ball joint slight movement (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 69,981 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 69,501 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 68,392 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 66,936 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight corrosion to both front brake pipes

Pass 2 Jul 2014 64,452 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 62,183 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2012 60,149 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 57,901 miles

all brake discs badly corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2010 54,181 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 29,174 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 29,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 26,445 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 21,603 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to see most of underside due to protective coverings

Pass 23 Jun 2006 17,519 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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M800 ADW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M800 ADW, 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 M800 ADW registered?

M800 ADW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 July 2003.

Is M800 ADW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M800 ADW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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