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DK53 FNG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,849 mi
Last recorded78,849 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 FNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 78,849 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 76,178 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 68,330 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 66,153 miles

Water ingress into both headlamps

Pass 7 Nov 2012 63,462 miles

all 4 tyres bald inner shoulder

Pass 1 Nov 2011 60,352 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 54,378 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 50,315 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2009 50,210 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 44,307 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 35,653 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 22,970 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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DK53 FNG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DK53 FNG, 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

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What year was DK53 FNG registered?

DK53 FNG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is DK53 FNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 FNG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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