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6531 DN

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

60,937 mi
Last recorded60,937 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6531 DN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 60,937 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2025 59,392 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 58,719 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 57,934 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 57,231 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stability Sensor wiring damaged by rear diff

Pass 6 Sep 2021 55,584 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 54,589 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 53,253 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 52,547 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 52,084 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 51,408 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 51,402 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 50,371 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 49,146 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 48,062 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 46,737 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2011 44,969 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 42,773 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 40,489 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 37,174 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 33,247 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 22,528 miles

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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6531 DN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 6531 DN, 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.

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What year was 6531 DN registered?

6531 DN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is 6531 DN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6531 DN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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