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SDJ 10

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,402 mi
Last recorded13,402 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDJ 10
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 13,402 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 13,402 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 13,132 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 12,674 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 12,590 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 12,493 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,150 miles

Nearside Rear 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 22 Jul 2011 11,482 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2010 10,935 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 9,465 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 May 2008 8,298 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 7,450 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 May 2006 5,404 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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SDJ 10 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SDJ 10, 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

How do I check the history of SDJ 10?

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What year was SDJ 10 registered?

SDJ 10 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is SDJ 10 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDJ 10 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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