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V8 DXJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,519 mi
Last recorded66,519 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 DXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 66,519 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 62,160 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 62,157 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn at shocker (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 59,746 miles

Front wipers slight smearing

Pass 25 Jan 2023 58,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 58,271 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 58,044 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 57,268 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 57,001 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 56,472 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2012 54,760 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

horn operates itself when turning steering wheel intermittently

offside rear tyre balding on inner edge

Pass 9 Dec 2011 54,271 miles

offside rear tyre low on inside edge

Pass 6 Dec 2010 52,992 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 48,594 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 41,778 miles

Offside torque strut ball joint boot split

Pass 20 Nov 2007 37,734 miles

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Nov 2006 31,409 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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V8 DXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 V8 DXJ, 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 V8 DXJ registered?

V8 DXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is V8 DXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 DXJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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