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M80 JLR

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,483 mi
Last recorded28,483 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM80 JLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 28,483 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 28,282 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 27,942 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 27,889 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 27,865 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 27,414 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 27,168 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 27,168 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 27,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 26,747 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 26,747 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 26,291 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 26,220 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 26,220 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 25,809 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 25,757 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,581 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 25,317 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 24,996 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 23,742 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 20,416 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 16,390 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 11,678 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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M80 JLR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M80 JLR, 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 M80 JLR registered?

M80 JLR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is M80 JLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M80 JLR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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