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RX03 WLJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

75,769 mi
Last recorded75,769 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 WLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 75,769 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 72,351 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 70,027 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 68,119 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 68,111 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear lower rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear lower rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2021 64,336 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 64,004 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (one in hub) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (one in hub) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 61,867 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 56,758 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 55,549 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 52,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 47,343 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 43,472 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 43,472 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 39,708 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 35,976 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 32,675 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 32,501 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 28,551 miles

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)

Fail 5 May 2010 28,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 23,887 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 20,692 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 20,691 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 17,094 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 12,483 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 12,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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RX03 WLJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 RX03 WLJ, 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 RX03 WLJ registered?

RX03 WLJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is RX03 WLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 WLJ shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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