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CX03 KXT

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

111,967 mi
Last recorded111,967 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 KXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 111,967 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 111,762 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 108,830 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 105,652 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 105,415 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 11 Jun 2018 100,610 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 94,862 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 94,861 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 89,937 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 83,880 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 83,880 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 78,331 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 71,615 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 66,324 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 66,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 57,418 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge of tread check wheel alignment

Pass 4 Jun 2010 49,197 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 41,276 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 32,109 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 25,806 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 22,082 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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CX03 KXT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 CX03 KXT, 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 CX03 KXT registered?

CX03 KXT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is CX03 KXT safe to buy?

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