2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 5.0L Petrol · 3 HGL
2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 45,000 miles. MOT valid until 06 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 2003
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,000 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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3 HGL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 45,000 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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3 HGL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz Sl (3 HGL) between December 2021 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
3 HGL Mileage History
- 20/12/202144,706 mi
- 12/01/202344,806 mi+100 mi
- 15/01/202444,913 mi+107 mi
- 30/01/202544,988 mi+75 mi
- 08/04/202645,000 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 68 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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