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PJS 11

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

24,653 mi
Last recorded24,653 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJS 11
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 24,653 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 24,422 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 23,998 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 23,505 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 23,505 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 22,928 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 22,492 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 22,018 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 21,512 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 21,007 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 21,007 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 20,431 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 19,761 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 19,328 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 18,767 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 18,328 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 16,629 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 15,358 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 13,854 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 13,818 miles

registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 12,508 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 11,618 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 10,177 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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PJS 11 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 PJS 11, 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 PJS 11 registered?

PJS 11 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is PJS 11 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJS 11 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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