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WL52 HLH

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,392 mi
Last recorded63,392 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL52 HLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 63,392 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 60,259 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 59,792 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 59,019 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2022 58,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 58,263 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 56,517 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 53,603 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 49,785 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 49,781 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 49,317 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 49,220 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 48,568 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes covered in a protective wax

Fail 22 May 2015 48,568 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes covered in a protective wax

Pass 30 May 2014 47,535 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)

Fail 30 May 2014 47,535 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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 5 Feb 2013 46,243 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 44,490 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 41,633 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 38,921 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 34,491 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 30,790 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 26,183 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 20,797 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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WL52 HLH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WL52 HLH, 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 WL52 HLH?

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What year was WL52 HLH registered?

WL52 HLH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is WL52 HLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL52 HLH shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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