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BD53 ZSN

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

27,080 mi
Last recorded27,080 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 ZSN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 27,080 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 26,699 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 26,326 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 26,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

most brake pipes not visible ....advise drop covers and examine pipes for corrosion

Fail 21 Apr 2017 26,230 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

most brake pipes not visible ....advise drop covers and examine pipes for corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2016 25,722 miles

cannot fully inspect vehicle due to belly plates etc obscuring components inc brake pipes etc

Pass 2 Apr 2015 25,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes obscured by covers etc

cannot see inner brake pads to assess

Pass 5 Apr 2014 22,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 20,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 18,714 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2012 18,712 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 17,430 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 14,803 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 13,605 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 11,991 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 11,991 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 10,072 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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BD53 ZSN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD53 ZSN, 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 BD53 ZSN registered?

BD53 ZSN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is BD53 ZSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 ZSN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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