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EN53 LFP

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,738 mi
Last recorded57,738 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 LFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 57,738 miles

Front fog light holding water

Pass 16 Apr 2025 56,757 miles

Nearside Front Fog light full of water

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 53,258 miles

All 4 tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 51,302 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Apr 2022 50,951 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 50,360 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Trays and covers fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2021 50,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2020 49,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass slightly deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 47,788 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror glass slightly discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 46,198 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2018 46,198 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2017 45,237 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2016 44,212 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2015 42,696 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2013 36,277 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Dec 2013 36,277 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning light on

Pass 15 Nov 2012 25,096 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 24 Nov 2011 23,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 21,518 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 18,699 miles

under shields fitted to vehicle unable to test some items

Fail 17 Dec 2009 18,699 miles

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

under shields fitted to vehicle unable to test some items

Pass 2 Jan 2009 15,206 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 12,082 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 8,329 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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EN53 LFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EN53 LFP, 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 EN53 LFP?

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What year was EN53 LFP registered?

EN53 LFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is EN53 LFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 LFP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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