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X8 DBX

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,857 mi
Last recorded34,857 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 DBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 34,857 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 33,168 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 31,273 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 29,942 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 28,875 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 27,240 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 24,962 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 24,052 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 22,917 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 22,751 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 22,223 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 22,223 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 20,129 miles

front and rear suspension shock absorbers danping effect

Pass 15 Apr 2013 19,569 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 18,273 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 16,836 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 15,027 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,194 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 13,056 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 13,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 10,828 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 8,791 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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X8 DBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X8 DBX, 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.

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What year was X8 DBX registered?

X8 DBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is X8 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X8 DBX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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