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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

LX03 XNHMOT history

LX03 XNH is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 3 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 72,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2025.

LX03 XNH black Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2026
Mileage
72,168 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 XNH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 XNH was last recorded at 72,168 miles on 6 Mar 2025, 575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,593 miles · 21 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
575 miles
Average per year
2,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,168 miles
  • 2020 – 71,593 miles
  • 2019 – 64,549 miles
  • 2014 – 64,533 miles
  • 2013 – 62,445 miles
  • 2012 – 61,384 miles
  • 2010 – 60,518 miles
  • 2009 – 56,471 miles
  • 2008 – 52,526 miles
  • 2006 – 30,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,168 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

12 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,168 miles (+575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,168 miles
    Test number
    798968420399
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass71,593 miles (+7,044)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,593 miles
    Test number
    511776531868
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted obstructing components
  3. Pass64,549 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    64,549 miles
    Test number
    714987230803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail64,533 miles (+2,088)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    359500634416
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
  5. Pass62,445 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,445 miles
    Test number
    358919353176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,384 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,384 miles
    Test number
    658472012027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Corroded
  7. Fail61,381 miles (+863)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,381 miles
    Test number
    569614802096
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Corroded
  8. Pass60,518 miles (+4,047)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    60,518 miles
    Test number
    643729440357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side front and off side front brake disks have a slight lip
  9. Pass56,471 miles (+3,945)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,471 miles
    Test number
    372323499273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,526 miles
    Test number
    552239048198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    962149287077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass30,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,162 miles
    Test number
    183765876494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 XNH

Does LX03 XNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX03 XNH expired on 5 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX03 XNH?
The MOT on LX03 XNH expired on 5 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX03 XNH done?
LX03 XNH was recorded at 72,168 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2025, an average of 2,213 miles a year.
Has LX03 XNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 XNH has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2014.
Has the mileage on LX03 XNH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX03 XNH find?
LX03 XNH passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear.

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