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S888 JAX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,444 mi
Last recorded61,444 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS888 JAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2026 61,444 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 60,724 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 57,771 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 57,025 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 54,455 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 53,502 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 53,188 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 52,765 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 52,506 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 50,124 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 47,575 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 45,014 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2012 41,099 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 37,756 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 34,101 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 31,240 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 28,006 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 20,169 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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S888 JAX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S888 JAX, 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 S888 JAX registered?

S888 JAX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is S888 JAX safe to buy?

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