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CX53 FVM

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,985 mi
Last recorded26,985 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 FVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 26,985 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 26,978 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 26,590 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 26,590 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 22,501 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 20,290 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 19,355 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 17,417 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 17,314 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 17,267 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 17,079 miles

knocking noise heard when turning full lock out of workshop, no faults found during full lock checks

slight oil leak from o/s/r shock absorber

Pass 14 Aug 2015 16,883 miles

front top suspention mounts noisy

Fail 14 Aug 2015 16,883 miles

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 16,605 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,148 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 15,597 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 15,135 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 14,491 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 24 Aug 2009 12,090 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 11,824 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 10,969 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 9,247 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 FVM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FVM, 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 CX53 FVM registered?

CX53 FVM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is CX53 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 FVM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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