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EY52 ESG

2003 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

80,254 mi
Last recorded80,254 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl53,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY52 ESG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 80,254 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 77,979 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 77,979 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 75,219 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 74,431 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 71,847 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 69,871 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 68,764 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 66,939 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 65,050 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 64,196 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 63,419 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 61,752 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 61,748 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 60,316 miles

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)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 56,878 miles

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)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 50,763 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 43,143 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 43,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 33,623 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 27,092 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 27,087 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 20,411 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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EY52 ESG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EY52 ESG, 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 EY52 ESG registered?

EY52 ESG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is EY52 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY52 ESG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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