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VA03 CXU

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

59,142 mi
Last recorded59,142 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 CXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 59,142 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 57,880 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 55,878 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 55,844 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 53,933 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 50,885 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2020 49,405 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 47,937 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 47,913 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 47,002 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 46,973 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 46,973 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.28 mm (4.1.E.1)

285/35ZR18 CONTINENTAL CONTI SPORT CONTACT 3 EXTRA LOAD

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit JUST ABOVE THE TREAD WEAR BARS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 46,959 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 45,561 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 44,465 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 43,212 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 37,534 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 36,424 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 34,958 miles

Slight mist of oil on O/S/R Suspension damper

Pass 14 Oct 2009 30,157 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 23,331 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 15,707 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 6,441 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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VA03 CXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc 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 VA03 CXU, 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 VA03 CXU registered?

VA03 CXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is VA03 CXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 CXU 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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