2003 Mercedes SL 5.4L Petrol · LB52 UDL
2003 Mercedes SL (5.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2003. Recorded mileage 84,860 miles. MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SL
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,860 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 5.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LB52 UDL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 84,860 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LB52 UDL 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 Sl (LB52 UDL) between June 2025 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn air bag (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
LB52 UDL Mileage History
- 17/06/202583,175 mi
- 26/06/202583,185 mi+10 mi
- 06/08/202684,854 mi+1,669 mi
- 26/08/202684,860 mi+6 mi
- 27/08/202684,860 mi
Average of roughly 1,412 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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