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SVS 379

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

45,391 mi
Last recorded45,391 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVS 379
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 45,391 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 45,386 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 45,321 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 45,190 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 44,972 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 44,548 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 44,182 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 43,898 miles

Offside Rear park brake less than 50% effective than the nearside

Fail 9 Oct 2019 43,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear park brake less than 50% effective than the nearside

Pass 15 Jan 2019 40,685 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 40,220 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 33,403 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 25,204 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

N/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge and has slight bulge

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 26,797 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,344 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 25,799 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 24,515 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 24,510 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 23,434 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 16 Apr 2009 21,589 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 20,500 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 9,846 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 9,846 miles

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

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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SVS 379 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 SVS 379, 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 SVS 379?

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What year was SVS 379 registered?

SVS 379 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is SVS 379 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVS 379 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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