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S5 NWP

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,931 mi
Last recorded82,931 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 NWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 82,931 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2026 82,859 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 82,496 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 82,411 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 82,283 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 81,483 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 81,244 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 80,991 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 80,561 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 79,745 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 78,839 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 77,970 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 75,898 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 75,553 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 75,553 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2013 72,311 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearing on edges slightly

Pass 4 Sep 2012 65,920 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 56,141 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 44,624 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 36,091 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 29,557 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,099 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 28,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2006 22,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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S5 NWP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S5 NWP, 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 S5 NWP registered?

S5 NWP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is S5 NWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 NWP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S5 NWP have outstanding finance?

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