MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,507 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
SRS light indicates a fault currently an advisorary item however from 20,03,2013 this will be a failable item
front brake discs worn and corroded on inner faces
near side front,off side front and near side rear tyres worn on inner edges
SRS light on
nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
rear flexis starting to perish
rear pads getting low
surface rust on front discs,inner faces
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
front brake discs corroded
rear brake discs corroded
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
front brake discs corroded
rear brake discs corroded
Both front tyres wearing on inner edge
Offside rear tyre has a deep cut in tread
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DG53 FKN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 DG53 FKN, 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 DG53 FKN registered?
DG53 FKN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 November 2003.
Is DG53 FKN safe to buy?
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