The road tax status for MB53 ANJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for MB53 ANJ?

The MOT for MB53 ANJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of MB53 ANJ?

The recorded mileage for MB53 ANJ is 78,106 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MB53 ANJ ULEZ compliant?

No, MB53 ANJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.7L Petrol · MB53 ANJ

MB53 ANJ

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.7L, petrol). First registered 26/09/2003. Recorded mileage 78,106 miles. MOT valid until 13/05/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ SL
Year / Origin: 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 78,106 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 78,106 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 3724cc

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MB53 ANJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
78,106 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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MB53 ANJ Mileage History

11/08/202373,262 mi
26/04/202476,975 mi+3,713 mi
30/04/202577,542 mi+567 mi
13/05/202678,106 mi+564 mi
15/05/202678,106 mi

Average of roughly 1,755 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MB53 ANJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 12:15

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz Sl (MB53 ANJ) between August 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative ROD SHEARED OFF (4.1.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.

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