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W5 JAS

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,755 mi
Last recorded32,755 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 JAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 32,755 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 32,587 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 31,887 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 31,177 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 29,503 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 27,892 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 27,783 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 27,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 25,742 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 23,215 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 21,805 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 18 Jul 2014 20,181 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 17,817 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 15,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

srs lamp illuminated indicating fault

Pass 27 Apr 2011 13,947 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 12,983 miles

all 4 tyres over 5years old

srs warning lamp on

Pass 8 Jan 2009 11,690 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 10,184 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 7,583 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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W5 JAS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W5 JAS, 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 W5 JAS registered?

W5 JAS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is W5 JAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 JAS shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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