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X8 JHC

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,512 mi
Last recorded52,512 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 JHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 52,512 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 50,834 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 48,393 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front lower suspension arm bottom ball joint has slight play in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 47,294 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 45,111 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 41,498 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 38,034 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 36,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 34,380 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 32,571 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 30,345 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 27,401 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 23,224 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

windscreen wipers smearing

Pass 10 Sep 2012 18,631 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 15,661 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 14,691 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 11,428 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 9,905 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 8,547 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 6,149 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 JHC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 X8 JHC, 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 X8 JHC registered?

X8 JHC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is X8 JHC safe to buy?

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