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AO53 MKV

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,759 mi
Last recorded59,759 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 MKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 59,759 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 59,009 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

wipers smear slightly

Pass 10 Dec 2018 57,571 miles

Nearside catalyst rattles

Fail 10 Dec 2018 57,571 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside catalyst rattles

Pass 13 Dec 2017 56,504 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 55,700 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH FRONT (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 53,939 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 53,716 miles

o/s/r cat rattle

Pass 18 Jun 2013 53,396 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 46,364 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 46,364 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 42,413 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,143 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 29,998 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 23,874 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 17,645 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 13,610 miles

rear tyre depths getting low

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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AO53 MKV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AO53 MKV, 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 AO53 MKV registered?

AO53 MKV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AO53 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 MKV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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