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V25 NJA

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,666 mi
Last recorded55,666 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV25 NJA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 55,666 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 53,914 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 49,906 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 49,906 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 49,788 miles

Offside Rear tyre tread age cracking

Pass 2 Jul 2020 49,650 miles

Offside Rear tyre tread age cracking

Pass 17 Apr 2019 47,278 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 45,337 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 42,365 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 13 May 2016 39,999 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 38,280 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 36,356 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 34,673 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 33,163 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 31,635 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 23,519 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 21,300 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 18,524 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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V25 NJA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 V25 NJA, 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 V25 NJA registered?

V25 NJA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is V25 NJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V25 NJA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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