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39 L

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

62,130 mi
Last recorded62,130 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration39 L
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 62,130 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 60,225 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 59,049 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 58,021 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 56,710 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 56,710 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 54,865 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 52,048 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 52,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 50,619 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 47,883 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 45,942 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 44,539 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2014 42,197 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2013 40,844 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2012 39,148 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2011 37,490 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 33,329 miles

corrosion to all 4 brake discs

n/s/f castor arm ball joint rubber leaking

Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,123 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 24,640 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 21,114 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 16,497 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 11,095 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)

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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39 L is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 39 L, 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 39 L?

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What year was 39 L registered?

39 L is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is 39 L safe to buy?

The MOT history for 39 L shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 39 L have outstanding finance?

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