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CX53 FLH

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

60,021 mi
Last recorded60,021 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 FLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 60,021 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2026 59,958 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2025 58,435 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 13 Dec 2024 57,841 miles

Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 56,796 miles

Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 56,379 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 55,614 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 May 2021 55,074 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 54,351 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 54,351 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 53,627 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 51,596 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 49,757 miles

offside front tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 25 Apr 2016 45,723 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 43,787 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 36,122 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 33,029 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 28,321 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 27,467 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 20,901 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 20,896 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 16,581 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 12,428 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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CX53 FLH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 CX53 FLH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CX53 FLH?

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What year was CX53 FLH registered?

CX53 FLH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is CX53 FLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 FLH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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